PFB can occur in any ethnic group however, individuals with tightly coiled hair (e.g., those of African descent) are predisposed to the condition. 1 Other areas of the body that are frequently shaven may also be affected, including the axillae, scalp, nape of the neck, and pubic region. Usually occurring in the beard area in men, PFB is characterized by painful, pruritic, erythematous papules and pustules that are typically 2 to 5 mm in diameter. Pseudofolliculitis barbae (PFB) (informally referred to as razor bumps) is a common, chronic, inflammatory skin condition that develops primarily as a result of shaving. If results of other anti-PFB treatments are unsatisfactory, surgical intervention with laser therapy provides a viable option that could result in a cure. Most patients can successfully manage PFB by altering their grooming habits and using available topical and systemic treatment options.
PFB is usually characterized by small, painful papules and pustules, but it may progress to scarring and keloid formation in some individuals. ABSTRACT: Pseudofolliculitis barbae (PFB), also known informally as razor bumps, is a common, chronic, inflammatory skin condition that occurs as a result of shaving, mainly in men of African descent.
