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Tinea Versicolor Treatment
Health Encyclopedia: Tinea Versicolor
Pityriasis versicolor
Prevention
People with a history of tinea versicolor should try to avoid excessive heat or sweating.
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Tinea versicolor
...may also help treat the lesions. Support Groups Expectations (prognosis) Though tinea versicolor is easily treated, pigment changes may last for months after treatment. The... Read more »Tinea versicolor
Tinea versicolor is a chronic fungal infection of the skin. Alternative Names Pityriasis versicolor Causes, incidence, and risk factors Tinea... Read more »Tinea versicolor
Pityriasis versicolor Symptoms The main symptom is persistent patches of discolored skin with sharp borders (edges) and fine scales. The patches... Read more »Skin color: patchy
...areas are large or conspicuous. Selsun blue or Tolnaftate (Tinactin) lotion can help in treating tinea versicolor. Apply as directed to the affected area daily until the lesions disappear.... Read more »Depression Issues: Take Action: Management of depression
Depression is a treatable and manageable condition. Individuals suffering from depression should: Become educated about the disease Continue taking medication until recommended to stop by... Read more »Images
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