Research Keyword: Malassezia

Folliculocentric tinea versicolor: a case report

A 46-year-old woman was diagnosed with an unusual presentation of tinea versicolor, a common fungal skin infection, where the fungus centered around hair follicles rather than appearing as typical patches. The condition was successfully treated with antifungal medications, though some changes persisted. The doctors noted that the patient’s history of keratosis pilaris (a common bumpy skin condition on the arms and thighs) may have contributed to this unusual follicle-focused presentation.

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Coexistence of Malassezia Species and Microsporum canis in the Lesions of Adult with Tinea Capitis

A 60-year-old woman developed unusual hair loss and scalp inflammation that looked like dandruff but was actually a fungal infection caused by multiple fungi working together. Doctors found three different fungi in her scalp samples: one dermatophyte and two Malassezia species. Lab experiments showed that the Malassezia fungi actually helped the main disease-causing fungus grow better, which explains why the condition looked different from typical cases. After three months of antifungal medication, her symptoms cleared and her hair grew back.

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Invasive fungal infections caused by rare yeast-like fungi in adult patients: results of a prospective study

This study examined rare fungal infections in 30 critically ill adult patients over 18 years, finding that infections caused by uncommon yeasts like Trichosporon and Rhodotorula affected mainly long-term ICU patients with central lines. Despite treatment with antifungal medications, about 37% of patients died, highlighting the serious nature of these infections. The research emphasizes the importance of quickly identifying the specific fungus causing infection and using appropriate medications, along with removing infected catheters, to improve patient survival.

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