Pityriasis versicolor: what is this “beach fungus”?

Should you be worried?

Stars Insider

10/09/24 | StarsInsider

HEALTH Skin

There’s still time this season to hit the beach for some fun in the sun! Should you be worried though? Pityriasis versicolor, often referred to as "beach fungus," is a common skin condition caused by an overgrowth of yeast that naturally lives on the skin. This gallery will explore what causes pityriasis versicolor, its relation to the beach, its symptoms, and the most effective treatments for managing and preventing it. 

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