Tag: Tinea

  • Pityriasis Versicolor

    Patient Information Sheet: Pityriasis Versicolor What is Pityriasis Versicolor?Pityriasis versicolor, also known as tinea versicolor, is a common fungal infection of the skin. It is caused by the overgrowth of a yeast-like fungus called Malassezia, which is normally found on the skin surface. Pityriasis versicolor is characterised by patches of discolored skin that may be…