Sycosis barbae is a term used to describe a bacterial infection of the beard area, leading to inflammation, pustules, and crusting. This condition is also known as barber's itch, folliculitis barbae, or infected follicles. The synonyms for sycosis barbae would include those terms which denote similar conditions impacting the beard area like acne keloidalis, pseudofolliculitis barbae, and acne vulgaris. Other synonyms that you may come across include folliculitis decalvans, tinea barbae, and staphylococcal folliculitis. All of the above conditions are characterized by the presence of pustules, inflammation, and crusting in and around the hair follicles of the beard region and require prompt medical attention to avoid further complications.