Catalog

Follicular occlusion syndrome

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Link to WHO Definition

Follicular occlusion syndrome – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/1428905921

The follicular occlusion syndrome refers to a group of diseases which are each characterised by follicular occlusion, distension and bacterial colonization followed by inflammation and follicular wall rupture. The three essential components are hidradenitis suppurativa (acne inversa), acne conglobata and dissecting cellulitis of the scalp. This constellation of clinical features is referred to as the follicular occlusion triad; in a small proportion of patients pilonidal sinus may also be present, in which case it is referred to as the follicular occlusion tetrad. Patients with follicular occlusion syndrome often have major disability from their condition, which may be refractory to treatment.