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GlossaryTinea Versicolor (Pityriasis Versicolor)

common fungal infection causing discolored skin patches

Tinea Versicolor, also known as Pityriasis Versicolor, is a common fungal infection of the skin caused by the yeast Malassezia. It leads to small, discolored patches of skin that may be lighter or darker than the surrounding area, often appearing on the trunk and shoulders. This condition is not contagious and can be treated with antifungal medications.

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Relationship Between Helicobacter Pylori Infection and Pityriasis Versicolor: Can Helicobacter Pylori Infection Be a New Etiologic Factor for Pityriasis Versicolor?

research Relationship Between Helicobacter Pylori Infection and Pityriasis Versicolor: Can Helicobacter Pylori Infection Be a New Etiologic Factor for Pityriasis Versicolor?

4 citations, March 2020 in “Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences”

There may be a link between Helicobacter pylori infection and the skin condition pityriasis versicolor.

research Histopathological and Dermoscopic Correlations in Pityriasis Versicolor

2 citations, November 2022 in “IP Indian journal of clinical and experimental dermatology”

Dermoscopic and histopathological features combined can help diagnose Pityriasis versicolor.

research Pityriasis Versicolor on the Scalp: An Unusual Distribution of a Common Disease

June 2023 in “Pediatric investigation”

A boy's scalp infection, usually found on the body, was effectively treated with antifungal cream.

research Dermoscopic Assessment of Pityriasis Versicolor: A Cross-Sectional Observational Study

April 2023 in “International journal of dermatology and venereology”

Dermoscopic features can help identify and differentiate types of pityriasis versicolor.

research Pityrosporum Species as a Cause of Allergy and Infection

89 citations, May 1999 in “Allergy”

The yeast Pityrosporum ovale can cause skin allergies and infections, and antifungal treatments like ketoconazole are effective against it.

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