Does Malassezia folliculitis heal itself?

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Malassezia folliculitis is a type of fungus that grows in warm, humid environments. Malassezia requires oil, so it parasitizes oily parts of the skin. Face, chest, shoulders and back, scalp, are all normal parasites of Malassezia. However, Malassezia is not a pathogenic bacterium. Malassezia folliculitis occurs only when there is a lot of sweating, oil, and no timely cleaning; or when drugs are applied to reduce the local immune state. Malassezia folliculitis is clinically manifested as some red follicular papules, generally without great conscious symptoms. Antifungal ointments can be applied externally, such as terbinafine hydrochloride ointment, etc. At ordinary times, attention should be paid to keeping the local clean and dry; do not wear thick undershirts in summer; clean in time after sweating.

Does Malassezia folliculitis heal itself?



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