Are folliculitis and Pityriasis Versicolor contagious? I've got a 7-month-old baby, and I'm worried about whether there's a risk of it spreading to him when I hold him. Could you help clarify this concern?

Dr Kareemulla Shaik

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As a parent, it's natural to worry about your baby's health. Pityrosporum Folliculitis (P. Folliculitis) and Pityriasis Versicolor (P. Versicolor): Both conditions are caused by the overgrowth of a yeast-like fungus called Malassezia. This fungus is naturally present on human skin and can cause problems when it grows excessively.Neither P. Folliculitis nor P. Versicolor is highly contagious. The fungus that causes these conditions is already present on human skin, and overgrowth is often triggered by individual factors, such as: 1. Hormonal changes 2. Stress 3. Genetics 4. Environmental factors (e.g., humidity, temperature) Risk of transmission to your baby: The risk of transmitting P. Folliculitis or P. Versicolor to your 7-month-old baby is low. However, it's essential to take precautions:

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