The following is a summary of “Fungal Head and Neck Dermatitis: Current Understanding and Management,” published in the July ...

If the diagnosis is still in doubt, skin scrapings may be sent for fungal culture, keeping in mind that Malassezia will only grow on a lipid-containing medium, such as Leeming and Notman agar.

All species of Malassezia except M. pachydermatis, a zoophilic species, require skin lipids for growth, because they do not synthesize long-chain saturated fatty acids. Due to this lipid ...

Apple cider vinegar — aka ACV — is rumored to help with everything from sunburn and sore throats to headaches and heartburn.

But fear not – there are some ways to combat it. The fungus that is the principal cause of dandruff is called Malassezia globosa, and it feeds off the oils on our skin and hair. But when it does ...

Do you scratch your head (quite literally) and wonder why it’s suddenly snowing flakes? Well, here’s the deal: dandruff ...

Caused by common yeast malassezia, pityriasis versicolor can also be referred to as tinea versicolor. Dr Benar explains: “Pityriasis versicolor is a common fungal infection of the skin.