Tinea Versicolor Treatment

Tinea versicolor is a common fungal skin infection caused by an overgrowth of yeast that normally lives on the skin. It often causes lighter or darker patches on the chest, back, shoulders, neck, or upper arms.

Tinea versicolor usually appears as patches of skin that are lighter, darker, pink, or tan compared to the surrounding skin. The affected areas may have mild scaling and can become more noticeable after sun exposure.

Yes. A healthcare provider can evaluate your symptoms through a virtual visit and recommend treatment. Many cases can be treated with prescription or over-the-counter antifungal medications.

The fungal infection often clears within a few weeks of treatment, but skin discoloration may take several weeks or months to fully fade. This does not necessarily mean the infection is still present.