It occurs because of disruption in the functioning of the stratum corneum (the most superficial layer of the skin ... it is believed to be related to an overgrowth of a type of yeast called Malassezia ...

Pityriasis (tinea) versicolor is a superficial fungal infection of the stratum corneum by the lipophilic yeast Malassezia spp. It is very common and can often be diagnosed clinically. We illustrate a ...

Excessive licking due to exposure to allergens, contact with irritants and food sensitivities may therefore lead to annoying itch and lick cycles that could cause secondary problems such as bacterial ...

(7,8) Their roles in promoting longevity are of interest, as some phytochemicals have been found to increase the lifespan in a variety of model organisms, from yeast to mice ... phytochemicals are ...

The burden of superficial cutaneous fungal infections (SCFIs) among outpatient visits in the United States is high and ...

Some antibiotics can cause a yeast infection. Learn more about how antibiotics cause yeast infections, risk factors for yeast ...

For many women, the symptoms of thrush (a yeast infection) and a bladder infection can be similar, especially when you’re ...

As a woman (and anyone with a vulva), a yeast infection is one of the most uncomfortable things we can experience. It's a ...

"Generally, toilet paper should not cause yeast infections," Sherry Ross, MD, OB/GYN, tells Well+Good. Although everyone has different sensitivities, Dr. Ross emphasizes that the "manufacturing ...

Researchers found that from 2005 to 2016, there was an estimated average of 6,001,852 annual visits for superficial cutaneous fungal infections in the United States, with 72,022,226 visits during the ...

Former Juventus defender Gianluca Marocchi feels that “superficial” defending is the reason Inter Milan are chasing Napoli in the Serie A table. Marocchi gave his thoughts on Italian ...