Folliculitis is a common skin condition caused by a bacterial or fungal infection. The individual usually acquires it by shaving or plucking body hair, having hot tub baths, wearing tight clothes, etc. It is not a sexually transmitted disease but may look similar to herpes. Folliculitis does not spread from one person to another, but the infectious agent passes through shared towels, razors, etc. The dermatologist will help in differentiating folliculitis from other sexually transmitted diseases.