What’s folliculitis decalvans?

Folliculitis decalvans is a disease that causes permanent hair loss and scarring. It begins with pimple eruptions and bacterial invasion, often caused by Staphylococcus aureus. Treatment includes oral corticosteroids and antibiotics, and in severe cases, long-term antibiotic use. Folliculitis decalvans, also known as scarring alopecia, is an infection-like disease of the hair follicles that can […]

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