If a person notices signs of an infection on an ingrown hair, they should contact a doctor to rule out staph infection. This infection can lead to serious complications.

Folliculitis is a common skin condition that occurs when hair follicles become inflamed due to infection, irritation, or blockage.

Ingrown pubic hairs can form cysts, lumps of fluid beneath the skin. Here, learn how to spot and prevent these cysts and when to see a doctor.