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
Insulin Resistance
Clinical Applications
Insulin resistance occurs when the body’s cells become less responsive to insulin.
Diffuse Thinning
Clinical Applications
Diffuse thinning refers to uniform hair loss across the entire scalp rather than in defined patches or regions.
Androgenetic alopecia (AGA)
Clinical Applications
Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is a common hereditary form of hair loss characterized by gradual thinning of scalp hair.
Cicatricial Alopecia
Clinical Applications
Cicatricial alopecia refers to a group of rare hair loss disorders that cause permanent destruction of hair follicles through inflammation and subsequent scarring.
