PROFESSIONAL FAQS: WHAT ARE THE COMPLICATIONS OF FOLLICULITIS?
Expert opinion from Afra Abdussamad
MBBS · 3.5 years of experience · India
Folliculitis is defined as the presence of inflammatory cells within the wall and ostia of the hair follicle, creating a follicular-based pustule. Folliculitis is generally caused by a bacterial infection, commonly Staphylococcus aureus. Complications from folliculitis are uncommon. However, persistent and deep folliculitis can result in cellulitis, furunculosis, scarring, sinus tract formation, and permanent hair loss.
Expert opinion from Hariteja A
MBBS · 4 years of experience · India
Recurrent or spreading infection. Boils under the skin (furunculosis). Permanent skin damage, such as scarring or dark spots. Destruction of hair follicles and permanent hair loss.
Expert opinion from Sarath Kumar Sar
MBBS · 1 years of experience · India
Boils under the skin. Permanent skin damage, such as boils or dark spots. Destruction of hair follicles and permanent hair loss. Recurrent or spreading infection.
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