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Pityriasis versicolor

Pityriasis versicolor

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Is a rash on the trunk and proximal extremities. It is very difficult to get rid of. You need to see a physician for a prescription of topical antifungal meds and may possible need to take medicine by mouth. You could try tea tree oil or selenium sulfide otc.

Dr. Christopher Nicora reviewed this

26 year experience in Internal Medicine

Is a type of:

Fungal skin infection

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

How common it is:

Common

Body locations

Skin

Symptoms

Rash
Rash on chest
Rash on back
Red scaling rash
Brown red skin rash

Medications

Ratings show how effective doctors think these medications are at treating Pityriasis versicolor
Anti fungal drug

Other treatments

Light therapy

Tests

Aerobic and anaerobic culture
KOH prep
Culture

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