Malassezia Folliculitis on the Scalp of a 12‐Year‐Old Healthy Child
Articles > Article · 2004
Authors: Derya Aytimur, Vildan Sengöz
The Journal of Dermatology, International, WoS, 2004, vol 31, pp 936-938
DOI: 10.1111/j.1346-8138.2004.tb00631.x
Summary
Malassezia folliculitis is a condition chracterized by itchy follicular papules and pustules with erythema. Malassezia yeasts are the pathogens in this condition. It is mainly located on the back, shoulders, and chest. Presented here is a 12-year-old boy with malassezia folliculitis on the scalp. The case was found to be worthy of presentation because it rarely occurs in childhood and is rarely located on the scalp.