What is Tinea versicolor?

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What is Tinea versicolor?​

Tinea versicolor is a superficial fungal infection of the skin. It is caused by overgrowth of a yeast that is normally present on the skin. It can cause skin discoloration and, sometimes, mild itching. The infection is also known as pityriasis versicolor. For many people, doctors treat the condition successfully…

Can griseofulvin be used to treat tinea versicolor?​

Oral griseofulvin and oral terbinafine are not effective treatments for tinea versicolor, and the oral ketoconazole should no longer be prescribed, but a variety of other oral treatments such as fluconazole have been shown to be effective. 4
How can I prevent tinea versicolor (ringworm)?
The best way to prevent tinea versicolor is by practicing good skin hygiene. The yeast that causes this infection occurs naturally on your skin. Bathing and drying of your skin lower the likelihood of infection.

What does pityriasis versicolor Alba look like?​

Pale patches may be more common in darker skin; this appearance is known as pityriasis versicolor alba. Sometimes the patches start scaly and brown, and then resolve through a non-scaly and white stage. Pityriasis versicolor is usually asymptomatic, but in some people it is mildly itchy.

What kind of soap should I use for tinea versicolor?​

If you have a history of tinea versicolor, your doctor may recommend you use soap containing zinc pyrithione (like Vanicream™ Z-Bar or DermaZinc™ Zinc Therapy Soap), ketoconazole (Nizoral®) or selenium sulfide (Selsun blue). This type of soap may help prevent future infections and overgrowth of yeast.
What does pityriasis versicolor look like?
Pityriasis versicolor affects the trunk, neck, and/or arms, and is uncommon on other parts of the body. The patches may be coppery brown, paler than surrounding skin, or pink. Pale patches may be more common in darker skin; this appearance is known as pityriasis versicolor alba.