Pityriasis versicolor: avoiding pitfalls in disease diagnosis and therapy.
Pityriasis versicolor is common among young active duty members with overactive sweat glands working in humid environments and results in pigmentary changes that can be profound in those with darker skin. This article addresses several issues related to making the correct diagnosis and providing appropriate treatment, as well as the specific challenges military providers may face in these cases.
Combat Logistics Regiment 17, Box 555607, Camp Pendleton, CA 92055, USA.
Shayna C
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Rivard
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