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2. Boil - Wikipedia

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   A boil, also called a furuncle, is a deep folliculitis, which is an infection of the hair follicle. It is most commonly caused by infection by the bacterium Staphylococcus aureus, resulting in a painful swollen area on the skin caused by an accumulation of pus and dead tissue. [1] Boils are therefore basically pus-filled nodules. [2]

3. Folliculitis - Wikipedia

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   Most carbuncles, boils, and other cases of folliculitis are infected with Staphylococcus aureus. [1] Folliculitis starts with the introduction of a skin pathogen to a hair follicle. Hair follicles can also be damaged by friction from clothing, an insect bite, [2] blockage of the follicle, shaving, or braids that

4. Bumps on Your Scalp? You May Have Folliculitis: What to Know

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   Crusting and flaking: The scalp may develop crusty patches or flaky skin. It may also develop blisters that break open or crust over. Hair loss: In severe cases, hair in the affected area may fall ...

5. We Ask a Derm: How to Remove Scalp Buildup - AOL

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   To guide us through the best ways to remove (and prevent) scalp buildup, we turned to a dermatologist who frequently deals with the issue at her practice. Meet the Expert: Dr. Kellie Reed, a board ...

6. These Pictures Will Help You Identify the Most Common ... - AOL

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   Rosacea. What it looks like: Rosacea causes redness and thick skin on the face, usually clustered in the center.Easy flushing, a stinging sensation, and small, pus-filled pimples are other common ...

7. Staphylococcal infection - Wikipedia

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   Boils – Boils are the most common type of staph infection, they are pockets of white pus that start where a hair follicle or oil gland is. The boil is tender and red where the infection is located on the skin. Impetigo – Impetigo is most prominent among children, and is usually located around their mouth, nose, hands, and feet. It shows up ...

8. Abscess - Wikipedia

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   Carbuncles and boils are types of abscess that often involve hair follicles, with carbuncles being larger. [9] A cyst is related to an abscess, but it contains a material other than pus, and a cyst has a clearly defined wall. Abscesses can also form internally on internal organs and after surgery. They are usually caused by a bacterial ...

9. Minoxidil 10% and 15%: Is High Strength More Effective? - AOL

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   Topical minoxidil is available over the counter in both liquid and foam formulations. You’ll most likely see these products as 2% and 5% minoxidil. You’ll most likely see these products as 2% ...