folliculitis
/fəˌlɪkjuˈlaɪtɪs/
noun
- A skin condition in which hair follicles become inflamed, often causing small red bumps or pustules.
- She developed folliculitis on her legs after shaving with a dull razor.
- The doctor said his folliculitis was caused by bacteria from a hot tub.
- Folliculitis usually clears up on its own, but severe cases may need antibiotic cream.