A common skin concern, pityriasis versicolor is occasionally referred to as tinea versicolor. Here’s what you need to know about identifying and treating it. I still remember first noticing the ...

The most useful of these is a potassium hydroxide preparation of exfoliated skin cells from the tinea versicolor lesions. The affected skin is gently scraped with a blade or glass slide to collect ...

Patients should be instructed that tinea is contagious. Good and frequent handwashing should be stressed. Use only lukewarm water and mild soap for bathing or showering. Dry the skin carefully ...

Ringworm, also known as tinea corporis, is a type of fungal skin infection. It’s common and highly contagious but not serious. It can often be treated with an over-the-counter topical fungicidal ...

Considering taking supplements to treat tinea versicolor? Below is a list of common natural remedies used to treat or reduce the symptoms of tinea versicolor. Follow the links to read common uses ...