Tinea versicolor
Pityriasis versicolor, sometimes called tinea versicolor, is a common condition that causes small patchesof skin to become scaly and discoloured.
The patches may be darker or lighter than your normal skin colour, or may bered or pink. They tend to develop gradually and may join up to form larger patches over time.
The areas most often affected by pityriasis versicolor include the trunk (chest and tummy), neck, upper arms and back.
Although it may look unpleasant and the patches are sometimes itchy, pityriasis versicolor is harmless. You may still want to see your GP, as it usually only improveswith treatment.
Your GP cannormally diagnose pityriasis versicolor by examining your skin.
Pityriasis versicolor, sometimes called tinea versicolor, is a common condition that causes small patches of skin to become scaly and discoloured.
Pityriasis versicolor is caused bya type of yeast called Malassezia. This yeast is found on the skin of over 90% of adults, where it normally lives without causing any problems. However, pityriasis v
Pityriasis versicolor can be treated with antifungal medicines . These are available as shampoos, creams and tablets. Antifungal shampoos Antifungal shampoos(such as ketoconazole or selenium sulphid
Overall, antifungal shampoos, creams and tablets are effectivein killing the yeast that causes pityriasis versicolor. However, it can take several weeks or months for your skin to return to its normal