Suboccipital follicular folliculitis

Suboccipital indurative folliculitis is a chronic induration and scarring dermatitis that occurs in the suboccipital and middle areas. Caused by Staphylococcus aureus, etc., with peri-folliculitis and connective tissue hyperplasia as the main lesions, there are also papillary dermatitis of the hair section, papillary dermatitis of the pillow, keloid folliculitis, keloid acne, or hives Called. After the first sight, there are multiple miliary red hair follicle papules behind the pillow or in the neck. The papules gradually increase, deep purulent fusion, connective tissue hyperplasia, and papillary scars. May have itching or pain. The disease often persists and requires comprehensive systemic and local treatment.

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