What is folliculitis?
Folliculitis is the inflammation or infection of hair follicles, typically caused by bacteria, fungi, or physical irritation. It can result in red bumps, itching, or temporary hair shedding.
If left untreated, chronic folliculitis can damage hair follicles and contribute to long-term thinning or scarring alopecia. Triggers may include tight hairstyles, friction, or scalp hygiene issues.
Red light therapy may support recovery from folliculitis by reducing inflammation and stimulating the skin’s natural healing processes, especially when used alongside appropriate medical treatments.
Related terms
Corticosteroids
Clinical Applications
Corticosteroids are a class of anti-inflammatory medications used to suppress immune activity in conditions such as alopecia areata and other autoimmune-related hair loss.
Lichen Planopilaris
Clinical Applications
Lichen Planopilaris (LPP) is a rare inflammatory condition that results in scarring alopecia.
Hair Density
Clinical Applications
Hair density refers to the number of individual hair strands per square centimeter of scalp.
Diffuse Thinning
Clinical Applications
Diffuse thinning refers to uniform hair loss across the entire scalp rather than in defined patches or regions.
