Malassezia furfur fungus is ordinarily present in the dermis of the human skin as a commensal. As they are lipophilic, they gain exogenous lipids from the skin of the chest, scalp, and back, rich in fatty acids. They cause tinea versicolor, dandruff, and seborrheic dermatitis. It causes fungemia and pneumonia in catheterized patients. Topical and systemic antifungals are effective in treating the infection and lesion.
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I have a recurring fungal infection on my face. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor,I am 24 years old. I have been diagnosed to have a fungal infection on my face. I was suggested to use Candid-B cream when I was in primary school. I had relief, but I have been developing the same kind of lesions for five years now, and I have been using Candid-B every night. If I stop us... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have noted your concern. I have viewed the images (attachments are removed to protect the patient's identity). I can see some dryness, flakiness, and small red patches on the side of the chin, jaw, and side of the upper lip. It is not exactly a fungal infection. I... Read Full »
Why do I have round and colored patches on my neck that are spreading?
Query: Hello doctor, I have round and colored patches on my neck. They started on one side and are now spreading. Can you kindly suggest some medicines? Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern and would be happy to help. Are the lesions itchy? What is your occupation? Do you have prolonged sun exposure? Is there burning on exposure to the sun? Have you used any steroid cream in the past? Do you have any autoimmune diseases? Kindly... Read Full »