Acne or Pityrosporum Folliculitis? Can Dermoscopy Help Diagnose?

Pityrosporum folliculitis, which is caused by naturally-occurring Malassezia yeasts, is a common condition especially in tropical countries. However, because it is easily confused with acne vulgaris, appropriate treatment can be delayed. A recent letter in response to a review article published in Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology (JAAD) detailed a small study where …