Tinea versicolor, or pityriasis versicolor, is a fungal skin infection caused by the Malassezia fungus. It can cause symptoms such as lighter or darker patches of skin, itchiness, and more. Tinea ...

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The primary symptoms of tinea versicolor are scaly spots or patches on the skin. These patches are typically white and oval-shaped, though they can also be dark or reddish tan in color. On darker skin ...

Tinea Versicolor (TV) is a fungal infection of the skin. Also called Pityriasis Versicolor, the condition is common, especially in tropical climates. The disease causes discoloration by interfering ...

You can treat mild tinea versicolor with medicated anti-dandruff shampoos and antifungal creams. A healthcare provider may prescribe stronger topical or oral antifungal medications in severe cases.

When I was around 14 years old, I started to notice white patches popping up on my neck. It was strange, but not a huge deal. They didn’t hurt, and they were only faintly visible. But then they ...

A News 9 viewer has questions regarding small patches of skin that can change color in the summertime. Dr. Lacy Anderson has more on how you can identify and treat what is known as tinea versicolor.

Your skin may crack if it’s dry and irritated or due to skin conditions like psoriasis or athlete’s foot. Treatment may depend on the cause but can include topical products and moisturizer. Cracked ...

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Foot fungus, also known as athlete's foot, is an infection caused by mold. Another name for this contagious condition is tinea pedis. (Photo credit: iStock/Getty Images) Fungi like dark, warm, moist ...

Tinea versicolor, now called pityriasis versicolor, is one of the most common skin infections in tropical and subtropical areas of the world. It is a fungal infection where an overgrowth of yeast ...