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Glossary Chronic Folliculitis

long-term inflammation of hair follicles causing red, itchy bumps

Chronic Folliculitis, also known as Persistent Folliculitis, is a long-term inflammation of the hair follicles. This condition is characterized by red, inflamed bumps that can be itchy or painful and may lead to scarring or hair loss if left untreated. It often requires ongoing management, including good hygiene, topical or oral antibiotics, and sometimes lifestyle changes to prevent flare-ups.

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research Keratosis follicularis spinulosa decalvans in a family

32 citations , February 2008 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

This case report describes a family with autosomal dominant transmission of keratosis follicularis spinulosa decalvans, with observed treatment refractoriness in multiple topical and systemic therapies.

research Enigma of Folliculitis Decalvans in Two Pediatric Sisters, Treated with Low-Dose Isotretinoin and Erythromycin

May 2025 in “Medical Journal of Dr D Y Patil Vidyapeeth”

This report presents a unique case of folliculitis decalvans in two young sisters managed with low-dose isotretinoin and erythromycin, without specifying the treatment's success.

research Acne/Folliculitis Keloidalis

September 2021 in “CRC Press eBooks”

This article discusses the characteristics and pathogenesis of acne keloidalis nuchae among men with coarse curly hair, reviewing its association with factors like chronic inflammation and potential roles for metabolic syndrome and infection. It reports no new results.

research Folliculitis Keloidalis Nuchae and Pseudofolliculitis Barbae

49 citations , March 2014 in “Dermatologic clinics”

This article discusses the causes, development, treatment, and prevention strategies for pseudofolliculitis barbae and folliculitis keloidalis nuchae, but reports no new clinical results.

research Diffuse Alopecia With Stem Cell Folliculitis

16 citations , February 1999 in “American Journal of Dermatopathology”

This article describes a woman's case of slowly progressive nonscarring alopecia with unique biopsy findings, suggesting the need to reexamine similar cases currently classified as chronic diffuse alopecia areata.

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community 7.5 Months on Min + Fin — Progress Pics + Questions (Crown, Temples, Folliculitis)

79 upvotes 6 months ago

The user has been using minoxidil and finasteride for 7.5 months to address hair thinning, particularly at the crown and temples, and is considering additional treatments like tretinoin and dermastamping despite having chronic scalp folliculitis. They are experiencing progress but are concerned about side effects and the effectiveness of treatments on temple regrowth.

community Suggestions?

5 upvotes 12 years ago

The user is experiencing chronic folliculitis with scalp sores and is concerned about a receding hairline. They have tried various treatments including antibiotics, Nizoral 2% shampoo, and lifestyle changes, but are seeking further advice.

community Microneedling advice - are there long term things to worry about and which product should I buy?

4 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about concerns and advice regarding microneedling for hair loss, with potential risks like chronic inflammation, scarring, and folliculitis. The user has been using minoxidil, finasteride, and stemoxydine with good results and is considering adding microneedling, with recommendations for using a dermastamp or pen.

community I think I’ve finally found the reason for my hair loss

in Chat 98 upvotes 1 year ago

The user experienced hair loss since 2019 and tried finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, and ketoconazole shampoo without success. A scalp biopsy showed scarring and inflammation from folliculitis, indicating chronic inflammation was affecting treatment effectiveness.

community Hair Loss Inflammation Prevention Stack

48 upvotes 1 year 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.

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learn Neem Oil

Oil from the neem tree, used in traditional remedies

learn Botox

Can Botox reduce chronic hair shedding? Whether Botox reduces chronic shedding is unknown: one very small 2022 trial in telogen effluvium had no placebo arm, and the blood-flow theory is unproven. Scalp Botox for hair loss is off-label, and all botulinum toxin products carry an FDA boxed warning.

learn Folic acid

Is folic acid deficiency a common cause of chronic or sudden hair shedding? Folate deficiency is not a common cause of hair shedding. A link is biologically plausible, but clinical studies have not shown folate deficiency causing hair loss.

learn Vitamin B12

Is Vitamin B12 helpful for both men and women experiencing chronic hair shedding? Vitamin B12 may help with hair shedding only if there is a deficiency.

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