Malassezia furfur is the fungus responsible for Tinea versicolor, a skin condition characterized by hypopigmented or hyperpigmented lesions.
Malassezia furfur causes Tinea versicolor, presenting with hypopigmented or hyperpigmented lesions.
Text | Malassezia furfur can cause Tinea versicolor::disease |
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