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Berenji F, Zolfaghari kheirabadi S, Barid Kazemi S, Akhlaghi S. Investigation of the Frequency of Infection with Malassezia in Medical Students of Mashhad University of Medical Sciences: A Short Report. yafte 2026; 27 (4) :41-50
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Department of Parasitology and Mycology, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran & Department of Parasitology and Mycology, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Background: Malassezia-related infection is one of the most common superficial fungal infections, affecting about half of the general population. The major challenge with this fungal infection is its recurrent nature. This study aimed to provide a timely diagnosis for timely treatment and investigate the prevalence of Malassezia among Medical students at Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.
Materials and Methods: In total, 100 medical students were selected from the Medical Faculty of Mashhad University of Medical Sciences. Scalp samples from these students were prepared and observed under the Microscope with methylene blue staining. The Morphology and the amount of yeast were assessed. The Chi-square test was used to analyze the findings.
Results: Out of 100 samples, 91 (91%) cases were positive for the presence of yeast, while 9 (0.9%) cases were negative. The burden of yeast in severe cases was 48.8% in women and 47.5% in men. Among dormitory residents, the prevalence was 57.6%, while non-dormitory residents had a prevalence of 34.1%. Athletes had a prevalence of 50%, compared to 47.3% in non–athletes. Additionally, 44% of asymptomatic individuals had positive test results. Statistical analysis showed no significant association between gender and level of Fungal contamination (P=0/93).
Conclusion: The recent study showed a high prevalence of Malassezia among Medical students. With the correct knowledge of these symptoms, prevalence, and aggravating factors, the obtained results can be useful for prevention and treatment.
Materials and Methods: In total, 100 medical students were selected from the Medical Faculty of Mashhad University of Medical Sciences. Scalp samples from these students were prepared and observed under the Microscope with methylene blue staining. The Morphology and the amount of yeast were assessed. The Chi-square test was used to analyze the findings.
Results: Out of 100 samples, 91 (91%) cases were positive for the presence of yeast, while 9 (0.9%) cases were negative. The burden of yeast in severe cases was 48.8% in women and 47.5% in men. Among dormitory residents, the prevalence was 57.6%, while non-dormitory residents had a prevalence of 34.1%. Athletes had a prevalence of 50%, compared to 47.3% in non–athletes. Additionally, 44% of asymptomatic individuals had positive test results. Statistical analysis showed no significant association between gender and level of Fungal contamination (P=0/93).
Conclusion: The recent study showed a high prevalence of Malassezia among Medical students. With the correct knowledge of these symptoms, prevalence, and aggravating factors, the obtained results can be useful for prevention and treatment.
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Received: 2025/02/19 | Accepted: 2025/07/8 | Published: 2026/01/30
Received: 2025/02/19 | Accepted: 2025/07/8 | Published: 2026/01/30
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