Folliculitis - Learn more
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Folliculitis describes the inflammation of the hair follicles in the skin. Folliculitis can occur anywhere on the body where hair grows, but is most common around legs, armpits, buttocks, face, scalp and groin. It causes red bumps, pimples, crusting and itchy or painful skin. It usually settles within a few weeks.
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