What is sycosis vulgaris?

Sycosis vulgaris is a chronic pustular staphylococcal infection of the skin and hair follicles of the bearded region. It appears as inflamed papules and pustules, with redness, burning or itching. It usually appears after shaving or washing of the face and neck.

How do members experience sycosis vulgaris?

Top 5 symptoms reported by people with sycosis vulgaris*

*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.

Top treatments taken by people for sycosis vulgaris*

Who has sycosis vulgaris on PatientsLikeMe?

Age

Age Proportion # of patients
<20 0
20s 1
30s 3
40s 0
50s 0
60s 1
70+ 0

Distribution of sex

Sex

Sex Proportion # of patients
Male 3
Female 1