Overview
Tinea versicolor is a superficial Malassezia-related condition that often appears on the chest, back, neck, and shoulders.
Clinical relevance
Although benign, lesions may be recurrent or cosmetically distressing and can require medical treatment.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis is primarily clinical. Dermoscopy can support evaluation, but clinician experience remains central.
Treatment
Topical or systemic antifungal therapy is selected according to lesion extent and recurrence pattern.
Medical information
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