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Is ingrown hair with pus always folliculities?
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Often: By definition, it might be termed an inflammation of the hair follicle, and therefore a folliculitis. But this could be caused by bacteria, fungus, virus, or even a chemical or foreign body. See Dermatologist for confirmation and possible tx
Answered 6/22/2020
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