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Good hygiene, product removal may be key to prevent scalp folliculitis

M.D. Zoe Diana Draelos

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Abstract

Treating recurrent scalp folliculitis can be a perplexing problem for the dermatologist. Patients typically scratch the scalp and develop perifollicular pustules, especially in areas of sweat retention, such as the posterior hairline and behind the ears.

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Treating recurrent scalp folliculitis can be a perplexing problem for the dermatologist. Patients typically scratch the scalp and develop perifollicular pustules, especially in areas of sweat retention, such as the posterior hairline and behind the ears.

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Treating recurrent scalp folliculitis can be a perplexing problem for the dermatologist. Patients typically scratch the scalp and develop perifollicular pustules, especially in areas of sweat retention, such as the posterior hairline and behind the ears.

Key concepts: Medicine, Folliculitis, Scalp, Dermatology, Shampoo, Tinea capitis, Malassezia, Hair removal

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