Depigmented lesions of pityriasis versicolor: A diagnostic dilemma with review of literature

Journal Title: Nasza Dermatologia Online - Year 2017, Vol 8, Issue 2

Abstract

Pityriasis versicolor is a superficial mycosis affecting the skin. It is caused by malassezia species of fungi. Common sites of involvement are chest, neck and shoulders. We report a rare case of pityriasis versicolor affecting both arms and dorsum of both hands but sparing the commonly involved sites and masquerading vitiligo.

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Tejinder Kaur

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  • EP ID EP287658
  • DOI 10.7241/ourd.20172.56
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Tejinder Kaur (2017). Depigmented lesions of pityriasis versicolor: A diagnostic dilemma with review of literature. Nasza Dermatologia Online, 8(2), 207-209. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-287658