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
Alopecia Areata
Clinical Applications
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disorder that causes patchy hair loss when the immune system mistakenly attacks hair follicles.
Androgenetic alopecia (AGA)
Clinical Applications
Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is a common hereditary form of hair loss characterized by gradual thinning of scalp hair.
Finasteride
Clinical Applications
Finasteride is an oral prescription medication that blocks the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT).
Inflammatory Alopecia
Clinical Applications
Inflammatory alopecia is hair loss caused by persistent or chronic inflammation that damages or destroys hair follicles.
