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18 lip 2022 · Overgrowth of fungi involved in disease pathology has been linked to immunocompromised populations; however, little is known about the presentation of PF in these patients. Therefore, this review aims to summarize clinical characteristics and treatment outcomes of PF in immunocompromised populations. PubMed, Web of Science, and Embase were ...
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). •
Pityrosporum folliculitis, commonly known as fungal acne, is a yeast infection caused by a yeast called Malassezia. It commonly appears as small clusters of pimples and bumps on the face, chest, and back. Is it a real thing?
20 mar 2018 · Pityrosporum folliculitis is an acute pruritic eruption caused by Malassezia furfur, the causative organism of tinea versicolor. The condition is seen more frequently in teenagers than in children.
25 kwi 2022 · Pityrosporum folliculitis happens when too much Malassezia yeast grows on the skin and infects the hair follicles. The condition causes an itchy rash on the face, head and upper body. Healthcare providers treat pityrosporum folliculitis with topical antifungal creams and antifungal medications.
7 paź 2024 · Pityrosporum folliculitis (PF) is an inflammatory skin disorder that typically manifests as a pruritic, follicular papulopustular eruption distributed on the upper trunk of young to middle-aged...
Pityrosporum ovale is a lipophilic yeast that is part of the normal human adult cutaneous flora. It is both a saprophyte and an opportunistic pathogen associated with pityriasis versicolor, Pityrosporum folliculitis, seborrheic dermatitis, and some forms of atopic dermatitis.
