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Microbiology Mycology 07950cce

Pityriasis versicolor is caused by-

A
E. floccosum
B
M. gypseum
C
M. furfur
D
T. tonsurans
High-Yield Explanation
Tinea Versicolor or Pityriasis Versicolor: It is a chronic recurrent condition involving stratum corneum of skin, caused by a lipophilic fungus - Malassezia furfur. Malassezia furfur is a lipophilic fungus that is found on skin. Clinical manifestation: Characterized by scaly patches of hypo to hyper pigmentation of skin * Areas rich in sebaceous glands are commonly involved (neck, chest or upper arms). E. floccosum - cause Tinea unguium M. gypseum - cause Ectothrix infection T. tonsurans and T. violaceum- cause Endothrix

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