What looks like acne, feels like acne, but isn’t actually acne at all? That would be pityrosporum folliculitis—or fungal "acne," as it’s more commonly called (which, btw, only adds to the confusion).

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If you have small, persistent pimples that do not go away no matter what you try, you might have a condition called fungal acne. Fungal acne is not true acne, but can look very much like traditional ...

Acne is among the most widespread skin conditions globally, affecting individuals of all ages, though it's most commonly linked to adolescence. However, acne isn't a uniform condition; it appears in ...

"Fungal acne," known medically as Pityrosporum folliculitis, is caused by an overgrowth of yeast in hair follicles. It appears as a series of small bumps, typically on the forehead, chest, and upper ...