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    Glossary Tinea 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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    1. Folliculocentric tinea versicolor: a case report Journal of Medical Case Reports · 2024
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    17. Dermoscopic Assessment of Pityriasis Versicolor: A Cross-Sectional Observational Study International journal of dermatology and venereology · 2023
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