Pityriasis versicolor is a common disorder of the skin, which is characterised by scaly hypo- or hyperpigmented lesions on the body. The lipophilic yeast, Malassezia, is considered to be the aetiological agent of this disease. A number of treatment options, both topical and systemic, have been shown to be effective. A critical evaluation of treatment options is presented.
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