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Is it possible to have tinea versicolor for half a year? just about a month ago i started using a lotion some white spots have been getting smaller

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See below: Tinea versicolor can be present for months and wax and wane along with climate change. Depending on the lesions and other health issues, topical or systemic treatment may be used. Please consult this site for more info. http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/tinea-versicolor-cause-symptoms-treatments

Answered 6/1/2014

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