Meaning & use
sycosis
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A chronic inflammatory condition of the hair follicles, typically in the beard area, often caused by bacterial infection.
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The dermatologist diagnosed him with sycosis after examining the irritated follicles on his chin.
Sycosis can cause painful, pus-filled bumps around the beard and mustache.
A note on using this word
Not to be confused with "psychosis," despite the similar spelling; the two words are unrelated.
Words with a similar meaning
barber's itchfolliculitis barbae
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