The Current Status of Seborrheic Alopecia in Young People and Its Correlation with Fungal Infections

The document discusses the prevalence and characteristics of seborrheic alopecia (SA) in young people, highlighting its association with fungal infections, particularly Malassezia spp. It outlines the pathological features, pathogenesis, and treatment strategies for SA. Although SA is common in adults, its occurrence in adolescents is less well-documented. The study emphasizes the role of skin biocenosis and the unique ability of some corneocytes to be coated by these yeasts in the development of SA.