Overview Of Folliculitis Warning Signs

Clusters Of Small Bumps

Many patients with folliculitis develop clusters of small bumps! They often appear suddenly. They often itch and are filled with fluid. However, it is vital to note that they do not have to be! Each bump in the cluster is normally one millimeter wide. This is the same as the tip of a sharp pencil! Of course, these bumps do get bigger when folliculitis gets worse. In most cases, the clusters of small bumps are yellow, red, or white.

Every form of folliculitis has been linked to the clusters of bumps. However, pityrosporum folliculitis has one of the strongest associations! In this case, it is the result of Malassezia. This is a type of fungus! Malassezia is the reason why most cases of folliculitis on the face are mistaken for acne. Sweating worsens these clusters.