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    GlossaryFolliculitis (Bacterial Folliculitis)

    inflammation of hair follicles, often due to infection

    Folliculitis is an inflammation of the hair follicles, often caused by bacterial or fungal infections. It appears as small, red bumps or white-headed pimples around hair follicles, and can be itchy or painful. In severe cases, it can lead to scarring or permanent hair loss.

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      in General  91 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A 19-year-old is experiencing hair loss and shedding despite using Dutasteride and topical Minoxidil for six months. They are concerned about potential infections like folliculitis and are considering stopping the treatments due to stress and hair loss from various areas, including eyebrows and eyelids.

      community DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL

      in Research/Science  404 upvotes 1 month ago
      Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.

      community Finally Scalp Folliculitis-Free after 2 Decades of Suffering

      in Treatment  63 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 37-year-old male resolved scalp folliculitis by adopting a low-histamine diet and taking Vitamin A, Zinc, and Fish Oil, leading to better skin health and thicker hair. He warns about the potential toxicity of excessive Vitamin A intake.

      community Hair Loss Inflammation Prevention Stack

      in Research/Science  45 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss and scalp care routine involving ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide, clindamycin gel, clobetasol propionate, and calcipotriol to manage seborrheic dermatitis, folliculitis, and inflammation. It also touches on the role of diet and other treatments like oral minoxidil and pioglitazone for scalp health.

      community The Truth About DUPA and Retrograde: My Research Summary

      in Research/Science  19 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses the importance of scalp biopsies for diagnosing hair loss conditions like DUPA and Retrograde, which may not be just AGA. It emphasizes that treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not work if the condition is autoimmune.