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I have folliculitis on stomach, shoulder, neck, pubic area, and face. could this be caused by a certain type of bacterial or viral infection? i meant to ask this directly but didnt. thanks?

Q: i have folliculitis on stomach, shoulder, neck, pubic area, and face. could this be caused by a certain type of bacterial or viral infection? i meant to ask this directly but didnt. thanks?

: In most cases, folliculitis is infection of the hair follicles by bacteria, usually with staphylococcus. In some cases, folliculitis may also be caused by viruses or fungi.

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In most cases, folliculitis is infection of the hair follicles by bacteria, usually with staphylococcus. In some cases, folliculitis may also be caused by viruses or fungi.

Answered 8/31/2021

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A member asked:

I have folliculitis on stomach, shoulder, neck, pubic area, and face. could this be caused by a certain type of bacterial or viral infection? i meant to ask this directly but didnt. thanks?

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