Tinea Versicolor - Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Tinea versicolor is a fungus infection and it is commonly affects the skin of young people most is especially the chest, back, and upper arms and legs. This fungus produces spots that are either lighter than surrounding skin or reddish-brown. Tinea versicolor presents typically as hypopigmented (white) spots on the skin in various areas including the chest and back. In order for these spots to resolve, the infection must be cleared. Versiclear Lotion contains an antifungal agent that is effective against the fungus that causes tinea versicolor. In addition, Versiclear contains skin penetrating agents that enhance deep antifungal penetration. This combination of agents helps treat the infection in both superficial and deep layers of the skin. Tinea versicolor is caused by the dimorphic, lipophilic organism, Malassezia furfur, which is cultured only in media enriched with C12- to C14-sized fatty acids.

Other common characteristics of the rash. Patches may scale slightly, but rarely itch or hurt. Rashes on the trunk are one of the symptoms. Generally rashes of tinea versicolor do not appear on the face. Itch on the patches, which become more intense with sweat or overheating. M furfur is now the accepted name for the organism. Pityrosporon orbiculare and Malassezia ovalis are synonyms for M furfur. M furfur is a member of normal human cutaneous flora, and it is found in 18% of infants and 90-100% of adults. Symptom of tinea versicolor is the white or light brown patches.

Causes of Tinea Versicolor

Common causes of Tinea Versicolor

• Genetic predisposition.
• Warm.
• Humid environments.
• Immunosuppression.
• Malnutrition.
• Cushing disease.
• Oral contraceptives.
• Oily skin.
• Hormonal changes.

Symptoms of Tinea Versicolor

Common Symptoms of Tinea Versicolor

• Sweating
• Itching.
• white, pink, or tan patches
• infection only on the top layers of the skin
• patches are most noticeable in the summer

Treatment of Tinea Versicolor

Common Treatment of Tinea Versicolor

• Clotrimazole and miconazole should be applied twice a day for 10-14 days. This treatment can be irritating, however, and may lead to missing hard-to-reach spots on the mid-back.
• There are also many prescription-strength antifungal creams that can treat tinea versicolor, as well as a stronger form of selenium sulfide (2.5%). However, these pose the same application problems as similar OTC products.
• Ketoconazole (brand name Nizoral) or five daily doses of itraconazole (brand name Sporanox) are two therapies. Some common medications, such as Lipitor used to lower cholesterol , may interact with these drugs.
• Expectations for the course of the condition.
• Your opinion or preference.
• The treatment will not bring the normal color back to the skin immediately. This will occur naturally and may take few months.

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