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Folliculitis, decalvans on the scalp

Folliculitis on the leg

Pseudofolliculitis barbae; Tinea barbae; Barber's itch

To prevent further damage to the hair follicles and infection:

• Reduce friction from clothing.
• Avoid shaving the area if possible (if shaving is necessary, use a clean new razor blade or an electric razor each time).
• Keep the area clean.
• Avoid contaminated clothing and washcloths.

Review Date: 10/16/2006
Reviewed By: Michael S. Lehrer, M.D., Department of Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.