Scalp folliculitis is a skin condition that affects the hair follicles on the scalp. It causes inflammation within the follicle creating a bump that can be found anywhere on the scalp or hairline.
Superficial folliculitis is an inflammation of the upper section of the hair follicle, and may be caused by an injury to the follicle, by infection, or by a chemical irritation of the follicle.
But if your hair follicles become inflamed or infected, you can develop an uncomfortable, itchy rash known as scalp folliculitis. Many cases of scalp folliculitis are mild and will clear up with a ...