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Pityriasis versicolor (tinea versicolor)
Published: September 18, 2026Updated: September 18, 2026
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Overview
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Names: Pityriasis versicolor, Tinea versicolor , Tinea flava.
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First description: Carl F. Eichstedt, 1846 (identified fungus on the scales; then Robin named it Microsporum furfur in 1853).
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Epidemiology: Worldwide; peak in warm/humid climates and in adolescents/young adults . Prevalence up to ~50% in the tropics vs. 0.5–1.1% in cold climates. Frequent relapses.
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Codes: ICD-10: B36.0 . ICD-11: 1F2D.0 (Pityriasis versicolor).
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