Epidemiologic Study of Malassezia Yeasts in Patients with Malassezia Folliculitis by 26S rDNA PCR-RFLP Analysis

This study examined the relationship between Malassezia species and Malassezia folliculitis in 60 patients and 60 healthy controls. It found that M. restricta was the dominant species in patients, especially on the forehead and cheek, while M. globosa was more common in healthy controls. Significant differences in species distribution were noted, particularly among individuals in their teens and twenties. The study suggested a potential link between specific Malassezia species and the development of Malassezia folliculitis, with age and body site being influential factors. Further large-scale studies were recommended to confirm these findings and understand the pathogenic role of different Malassezia species.