This is a fungal infection of the skin known as tinea versicolor,
and is common in adolescent and young adult males. Besides the
rash, there may be mild itching. Frequent sites of infection
include the neck, upper chest, and arm pit (axilla). The rash may
be white to yellowish to golden brown in color. A tan can
accentuate the difference in skin color.
Review Date: 10/04/2010
Reviewed By: Linda J. Vorvick, MD, Medical Director, MEDEX Northwest Division of
Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington School of
Medicine. Also reviewed by Kevin Berman, MD, PhD, Atlanta Center
for Dermatologic Disease, Atlanta, GA. Review provided by VeriMed
Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical
Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)
