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Background

  • Inflammation of the hair follicle
  • Secondary to infection, trauma, or occlusion [1]

Clinical Features

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  • Papules and pustules on an erythematous base
  • Located around a hair follicle
  • Pruritus or mild discomfort

Differential Diagnosis

Other Rash

Vesiculobullous rashes

Febrile

Afebrile

Evaluation

  • Clinical diagnosis

Management

Disposition

  • Discharge
  • Outpatient management

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References