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Have a severe case of scalp foliculitis with bumps and pus etc. i do pluck my gray hairs weekly. could that cause it?

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Dr. Barry Auster answered

See below: Possibly could cause that. Need to see dermatologist for treatment.

Answered 4/23/2020

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A member asked:

Have a severe case of scalp foliculitis with bumps and pus etc. i do pluck my gray hairs weekly. could that cause it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Barry Auster answered

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