Learning About The Types Of Folliculitis

Sycosis Barbae

Ladies, it's time to rejoice! Most of the time, men are the ones who get sycosis barbae. This form is the result of their beard getting infected with bacteria. Men who shave get it the most. However, those who don't can get it too! Of course, ladies, some of you will get it. After all, many of you shave parts of your body too! Using bladed razors increases your risk. Electric ones lower it! Ladies, this form of folliculitis isn't life-threatening. However, it does cause lasting effects, including permanent hair loss in affected areas. Deep scarring is another one you'll see!

Boils And Carbuncles

Boils and carbuncles are types of folliculitis too, ladies! Boils are the painful bumps under your skin. They're filled with pus! Of course, bacterial infections trigger their formation. The infection has to happen in one hair follicle, but often occurs in more than one! Boils start out tender and red. Ladies, these bumps are going to swell with pus and get a yellow or white tip to them. Eventually, they will burst open! Carbuncles are clusters of boils. That means some boils have connected below your skin, ladies! Carbuncles also trigger deeper infections and more scarring. Both boils and carbuncles appear on your face, armpits, thighs, butt, and the back of your neck!