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    GlossaryMalassezia furfur

    naturally occurring yeast on skin, can cause dandruff

    Malassezia furfur is a type of yeast that naturally lives on human skin. While it is usually harmless, it can sometimes overgrow and cause conditions like dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, and certain types of skin discoloration known as tinea versicolor.

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