2024年3月6日 · When the face is affected by the overgrowth of the yeast, the infection is called cutaneous candidiasis. However, candidiasis can occur on parts of the face, like the forehead, nose, and corners of the mouth. These infections are more common in people with underlying health conditions.

2022年4月25日 · Pityrosporum (Malassezia) folliculitis happens when yeast that occurs as part of your skin’s natural flora multiplies and infects the hair follicles. The condition causes itchy pimples to form on your face, scalp and upper body. Healthcare providers treat this fungal infection with topical and systemic antifungal medications.

2024年1月30日 · Candidau is a yeast (a type of fungus) that lives on the skin and can cause an infection. Symptoms of a yeast infection on the face include skin discoloration, skin thickening, and...

Fungal acne, or Malassezia folliculitis, is an infection in hair follicles that’s often confused with common acne. It causes clusters of small, itchy, red bumps on your skin. Antifungal medications can treat the infection, and there are ways to prevent and relieve the rash-like symptoms. What is …

2023年5月4日 · Fungal acne is a skin condition called pityrosporum folliculitis. It is one of many types of folliculitis, an infection in your hair follicle. It's caused by an overgrowth of a yeast called...

Malassezia folliculitis presents as small, uniform, itchy papules and pustules particularly on the upper back and chest. Other sites involved can include the forehead/ hair line, chin, neck, and extensor aspect of the upper limbs. This is a monomorphic eruption and comedones are not seen, distinguishing this condition from acne vulgaris.

2023年5月27日 · Breakouts appear as small, red bumps appearing to rise uniformly from your hair follicles. They often appear in symmetric rows on the forehead or scattered on the cheeks. It can also develop on...

2024年8月12日 · Fungal acne, also known as pityrosporum folliculitis or Malassezia folliculitis, is caused by an overgrowth of yeast in the hair follicle. This leads to breakouts, itching, and irritation on the skin’s surface. Fungal acne can cause papules and whiteheads, so it's often confused with acne vulgaris, which causes whiteheads and blackheads.

2025年1月22日 · Fungal acne thrives in oil-rich areas of the skin, including: Face: Forehead, sides of the nose, and chin (T-zone). Body: Upper back, chest, and shoulders. These areas overlap with where bacterial acne and seborrheic dermatitis often appear. If you’re unsure of the exact condition, consult a dermatologist for a diagnosis.

2023年7月7日 · Pityrosporum folliculitis —also known as fungal acne or Malassezia folliculitis—is an inflammatory skin disease affecting your face, trunk, and neck. Though it looks like acne vulgaris (common acne), this condition is linked to a yeast called Malassezia or Pityrosporum. This yeast lives naturally on your skin.