Search results
Malassezia folliculitis, also known as pityrosporum folliculitis, is an infection of the pilosebaceous unit caused by lipophilic Malassezia yeasts particularly M. globosa, M. sympodialis and M. restricta.
20 mar 2018 · Pityrosporum folliculitis is an acute, intensely pruritic eruption caused by Malassezia furfur, the causative organism of tinea versicolor. The condition frequently manifests as follicular papules and pustules on the upper trunk (ie, upper back and chest as well as shoulders) of young to middle-aged adults.
Malassezia folliculitis is likely caused by Malassezia globosa in the majority of cases. Follicular occlusion may be the primary pathology. Overgrowth of yeast probably follows as a secondary process.
7 paź 2024 · Malassezia (Pityrosporum) folliculitis (MF) is an inflammatory skin disorder that typically manifests as a pruritic, follicular papulopustular eruption distributed on the upper trunk of young...
Although sometimes morphologically similar, pityrosporum folliculitis has some unique clinical features, such as pruritus (which can be severe), a predilection for monomorphic primary lesions, and will not respond to oral antibiotics (and may even worsen in this setting).
Medical Informatics performed a search of qualifying patients using International Classification of Diseases, Ninth Revision codes 706.1 (acne), 704.8 (folliculitis), and/or 111.0 (infection by Pityrosporum), and International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision codes L70.0 (acne), L73.9 (folliculitis), and/or B36.0 (infection by ...
4 sty 2023 · Folliculitis may be infectious or, less frequently, noninfectious. Various bacteria, fungi, viruses, and parasites are causes of infectious folliculitis, with bacteria as the most common cause. A correct diagnosis of infectious folliculitis is essential for appropriate management.
