folliculitis Flashcards by Emily Southall

definition of folliculitis

inflammed hair follicle

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appearance of folliculitis

tender red spot
surface pustule
superficial or deep

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cause and mx of folliculitis

infection (staph aureus) - antibx/fungal/viral
occlusion (blockage),
irritation - stop shaving
steroids
and various skin diseases

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folliculitis Flashcards