Malassezia Infection Quiz
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Content updated on Sep 20, 2022
What is malassezia infection?
This is a fungal infection of the skin caused by a genus of yeast called Malassezia. Malassezia infections are often associated with patches of discolored skin. Humidity, sweating, oily skin and a weak immune system are risk factors.
Symptoms of malassezia infection
Black/blue/brown spots or moles, on the skin and lining of the mouth
Skin Itching
Questions your doctor may ask to check for malassezia infection
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose malassezia infection
Are there black, blue, or brown spots on the skin or elsewhere? (Including moles)
Do you have itchy skin?
Treatment for malassezia infection
This condition is treated with antifungal medication, in the form of topicals (creams and ointments, shampoos) or oral mediation. Some types of infections may be treated with topical anti-inflammatory medication.
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Yukiko Ueda, MD (Dermatology)
Dr. Ueda graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine and trained at the University of Tokyo Medical School. She is currently a clinical assistant professor at the Department of Dermatology, Jichi Medical University, and holds several posts in the dermatology departments at Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Komagome Hospital, University of Tokyo, and the Medical Center of Japan Red Cross Society.
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