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Tinea Versicolor / Pityriasis Versicolor

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    tinea versicolor

    What is Tinea versicolor?

    Tinea versicolor is also known as pityriasis versicolor, caused by a yeast fungal infection which is commonly known as Malassezia furfur/pityrosporum ovale. These are the rashes appeared on arm, legs, neck, chest, and back.

    Is there any effect of weather on Tinea versicolor?

    It is most common in tropical or subtropical areas, it is most common in hot humid and moist weather

    Who are at the risk of Tinea versicolor?

    It is more common between 15-24 years of age, both sexes are equally affected.

    What causes Tinea versicolor?

    • Malnutrition

    • Immunosuppression

    • Pregnancy

    • Oral contraceptive

    • Hot, humid weather

    • Excessive sweating

    • Oily skin

    • Changes in Hormones

    • weak immune system

    How to investigate it?

    • Complete case history

    • Physical examination

    • Skin scraping

    Which diseases are similar to it?

    • Pityriasis alba

    • Leukoderma/vitiligo

    • Tinea corporis

    • Seborrheic dermatitis

    • Erythrasma

    • Guttate psoriasis

    How to manage Tinea versicolor?

    • Use sunscreen lotion

    • Balanced diet

    • Have good hygiene.

    • Wash and dry the affected area

    • Avoid oily products on skin

    • Avoid tight cloth

    • Avoid excessive heat or sweating

    Homeopathic Treatment

    • Bacillinum burnett

    • Caulophyllum

    • Chrysarobinum

    • Dulcamara

    • Sepia officinalis

    • Sulphur

    • Tellurium metallicum

    For more information, you can visit HealthLine and MayoClinic.

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    ** The text on this website is sourced from websites like emedicine and/or other verified material by government agencies around the globe along with valuable inputs and additions by our team. The content of this page is proofread and updated by the team of doctors, every once in a while, to provide the most accurate information.

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