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How to differentiate between bacne caused by bacteria or a type of fungus like p. folliculitis?
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Acne?: Acne and folliculitis look different, so a formal skin assessment, locally or via HealthTap; would allow us to differentiate between your two possibilities, or perhaps even offer others.
Answered 5/13/2017
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