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    Glossary Scalp Folliculitis

    inflammation of hair follicles on the scalp causing red bumps

    Scalp Folliculitis, also known as Folliculitis of the Scalp, is an inflammatory condition where hair follicles on the scalp become infected or irritated. This can result in red, itchy, and sometimes painful bumps or pustules. It is often caused by bacterial or fungal infections, but can also be triggered by irritation from hair products, tight hairstyles, or other factors. Treatment typically involves topical or oral antibiotics, antifungals, or anti-inflammatory medications, depending on the underlying cause.

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    1. Differential diagnosis of the scalp hair folliculitis. PubMed · 2011 · 21 citations
    2. Tufted hair folliculitis after scalp injury. PubMed · 2001 · 8 citations
    3. Persistent pemphigus vulgaris and pemphigus foliaceus showing features of tufted hair folliculitis just on the scalp Nasza Dermatologia Online · 2019
    4. Scalp Dermatology for the Hair Restoration Surgeon: Folliculitis Hair transplant forum international · 2008 · 5 citations
    5. Tufted hair folliculitis in a woman treated with trastuzumab Targeted Oncology · 2010 · 28 citations
    6. Tufted hair folliculitis developing in a recalcitrant lesion of pemphigus vulgaris Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology · 1998 · 28 citations
    7. Demodex Folliculitis of the Scalp: Clinicopathological Study of an Uncommon Entity The American Journal of Dermatopathology · 2016 · 15 citations
    8. ScalpEye: A Deep Learning-Based Scalp Hair Inspection and Diagnosis System for Scalp Health IEEE Access · 2020 · 74 citations
    9. NATURAL HAIR SERUM FORMULATIONS FOR SCALP CARE: A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF ANTIFUNGAL AND ANTIBACTERIAL APPLICATIONS. Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) · 2026
    10. NATURAL HAIR SERUM FORMULATIONS FOR SCALP CARE: A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF ANTIFUNGAL AND ANTIBACTERIAL APPLICATIONS. Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) · 2026
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    1. If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied Community · 8 Aug 2024
    2. 7.5 Months on Min + Fin — Progress Pics + Questions (Crown, Temples, Folliculitis) Reddit · 13 Mar 2026
    3. The Worst Hair Loss Condition You (MAY) have: LPP Reddit · 31 Aug 2024
    4. I think I’ve finally found the reason for my hair loss Reddit · 4 Dec 2024
    5. Finally Scalp Folliculitis-Free after 2 Decades of Suffering Reddit · 6 Nov 2024
    6. 23 Am I seeing decent progress? 9 months on minoxidil and 1g of finasteride Reddit · 14 Nov 2025
    7. What’s the most effective way to beat Serb Derm? Reddit · 10 Sept 2024
    8. Hair Loss Inflammation Prevention Stack Reddit · 19 Apr 2025
    9. Finasteride still making me shed Reddit · 26 Aug 2026
    10. September - december with fin + oral & topical min + ru58841. Reddit · 23 Dec 2024
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    Learn 10 of 44

    1. Hair Transplant Surgery that moves hair follicles from the back of the scalp to thinning areas
    2. Neem Oil Oil from the neem tree, used in traditional remedies
    3. Scalp Micropigmentation scalp tattoos to mimic the appearance of light stubble
    4. Hair Multiplication extract, clone, and reinsert your own hair cells
    5. Hair Fibers cosmetic product that temporarily makes hair appear thicker
    6. Alopecia Areata autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss
    7. Minoxidil Vasodilator used on the scalp and, at low doses, as a tablet
    8. Alfatradiol Weak form of estrogen applied to the scalp
    9. SCUBE3 Signalling protein made in the hair follicle
    10. Caffeine Stimulant used in hair shampoos and lotions
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