Identification of Malassezia Species in Seborrheic Dermatitis Patients by CHROM Agar-Medium

Abstract

eborrheic dermatitis is a chronic relapsing skin disorder characterized by erythema and scaling. SD causes occasional pruritus, dandruff, and yellow, greasy scaling along the hairline and on the face and in certain body sites rich in sebaceous glands. It affects all age groups and has two peaks of flare, the neonatal period and during puberty when increased secretion of sebum due to hormonal change. The pathogenesis of SD is unclear, but its activity has been linked to the number of Malassezia yeasts present on the skin. SD may be more common and more severe among patients with neurologic disorders (especially Parkinson disease) or HIV/AIDS. Very rarely, the dermatitis becomes generalized.