Doctors For Tinea Versicolor
Dermatologist, Aesthetic Physician, Hair Transplant Surgeon
MBBS , MD Dermatology (USA) , MRCGP (England) , D. DERM (Pak) , CRCP (Pak)
یہ جلد پر ہونے والے فنگل انفیکشن کی ایک شکل ہے۔ اس سے متا ثرہ جلد کی رنگت تبدیل ہو جاتی ہے اور چھوٹے چھوٹے دھبے بننے کی شکایت ہو سکتی ہے۔ یہ بیماری زیادہ تر کندھوں اور اس کے قریب کے اعضا پر سامنے آتی ہے۔
Dermatologist, Aesthetic Physician, Hair Transplant Surgeon
MBBS , MD Dermatology (USA) , MRCGP (England) , D. DERM (Pak) , CRCP (Pak)
The fungal infection in the skin is called tinea versicolor. The fungus alters the normal pigmentation of the skin and leads to small discolored spots. These spots may be lighter or darker than the surrounding skin and most often affect the trunk and shoulders. In young adults and adolescents, this disease is more common. Exposure to the sun can clarify the tinea versicolor. Tinea versicolor, also called pityriasis versicolor, is neither painful nor contagious. However, this can lead to emotional stress and poor self-esteem.
Anti-fungal creams, lotions, or shampoos can help in treatment. But even after successful treatment, the skin color may remain uneven for several weeks or even months. Tinea versicolor is very common, especially in hot, humid climates. It is manifested by the following signs and symptoms
Antifungal creams, lotions, or shampoos are used to treat this fungal infection. But the successful treatment is not a surety to regaining the actual skin color again as discolored patches may persist forever.
The most visible symptom is discolored patches of skin, which typically appear on the arms, chest, neck, or back. These patches could be:
Tinea versicolor develops when Malassezia proliferates rapidly on the skin's surface. Some factors that may encourage the growth of this yeast on the skin include:
Treatment
Antifungal medications are used to treat tinea versicolor by doctors. A topical antifungal medication, such as ketoconazole, may be prescribed by your doctor. This will be applied to the affected areas of your skin as a cream or wash. If your symptoms are severe, your doctor may also prescribe fluconazole, an oral antifungal.
Following are the ways to prevent tinea versicolor: