Tinea versicolor can cause white spots to appear on the back, upper arms, chest, neck, and underarms. This type of fungal infection is not considered contagious. Tinea versicolor is fairly common ...

Medically reviewed by Brendan Camp, MD Hyperpigmentation (skin that is darker than the surrounding skin) in the underarms can have several causes. Acanthosis nigricans (AN) is a common cause. AN ...

Tinea capitis causes hair loss, scaling, erythema, and impetigo-like lesions. It is the most common dermatophyte infection found in children under the age of 12, especially in African Americans.

This study was designed to assess the efficacy, tolerability, and safety of oral fluconazole given at 300 mg once weekly for two weeks in the treatment of tinea versicolor. Enrolled into the study ...

Considering taking supplements to treat tinea versicolor? Below is a list of common natural remedies used to treat or reduce the symptoms of tinea versicolor. Follow the links to read common uses ...