Hypopigmented Atrophic Pityriasis Versicolor: A Case of Diagnostic Dilemma.

Autor:	Quazi S; Department of Dermatology, Datta Meghe Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Nagpur, IND., Jawade S; Department of Dermatology, Datta Meghe Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Nagpur, IND., Singh S; Department of Dermatology, Datta Meghe Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Nagpur, IND., Khan K; Department of Medicine, Datta Meghe Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Nagpur, IND.
Jazyk:	angličtina
Zdroj:	Cureus [Cureus] 2024 Mar 07; Vol. 16 (3), pp. e55763. Date of Electronic Publication: 2024 Mar 07 (Print Publication: 2024).
DOI:	10.7759/cureus.55763
Abstrakt:	Pityriasis versicolor (PV) also referred to as Peter Elam's disease or tinea versicolor is caused by the Malassezia species which is a chronic-relapsing widespread mycosis. The most common sites involved are the shoulders, upper arms, back, upper trunk, and chest. Atrophying PV is a very rare variant that has rarely been reported in the Indian literature. Hence, in this case report, a 29-year-old male presented with chief complaints of multiple asymptomatic, light-colored lesions over his chest, shoulder, and arms for three months. On examination, multiple well-defined hypopigmented macules of varying sizes with fine scales were observed on the patient's chest, shoulders, and arms. Dermoscopic examination revealed nonuniform perifollicular hypopigmentation with clearly demarcated borders, patchy scaling, and inconspicuous ridges and furrows. Moreover, a histopathological examination was performed that reported flattening of rete ridges along with fungal hyphae and spores which consequently confirmed the diagnosis. The medical intervention with antifungal agents was prescribed by the dermatologist, after which the lesion was completely resolved and the follow-up period reported no recurrence of the lesions demonstrating positive outcomes. In conclusion, diagnosing atrophic PV which is a rare variant of PV can be challenging. Hence, accurate diagnosis along with appropriate and adequate intervention can lead to the resolution of the condition and can prevent its recurrence. Competing Interests: The authors have declared that no competing interests exist. (Copyright © 2024, Quazi et al.)
Databáze:	MEDLINE
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