Scalp Folliculitis

Scalp Folliculitis is caused by a fungal species and the severity of the infection will be directly related to the depth of fungal penetration in the hair shaft. Athlete’s Foot and Jock Itch are both conditions caused by Ringworm, which are well known types of this condition. Unsightly pustules of various sizes are present filled with pus and it is common that there will be a loss of the hair shaft. It is not uncommon for there to be scarring in cases of bad folliculitis. If the penetration into the skin is deep there may also be pain, fever and permanent hair loss. Griseofulvin and Terbinafine HCl are used as treatment options that produce good results.

You can prevent folliculitis if you avoid damaging the follicles. When you are shaving, you should use a lubricant that does not contain comedogenic (pore clogging) ingredients. Ingredients to avoid include mineral oil, petrolatum, paraffin wax, coconut oil, cocoa butter, mink oil, soybean oil, wheat germ oil, sodium chloride (salt), sodium laurel sulfate and artificial colors.

Chronic or recurring folliculitis has been associated with a variety of nutritional deficiencies. A good multi nutritional supplement like Total Balance will correct any shortcomings in your diet.

It is not Acne; it is called Folliculitis, which is the inflammation of one or more hair follicles occurring anywhere on the skin. The common symptoms are a rash, itching and pimples or pustules near a hair follicle on the scalp, neck, groin or genital area.

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More info check out en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Folliculitis

or en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dermatophyte