Pityriasis versicolor, sometimes called tinea versicolor, is a common fungal (yeast) infection. A skin scraping that is examined under a microscope should show the yeast. In this infection, the affected skin changes color and become either lighter or darker than the surrounding skin. These show as small, scaly white, brown or pinkish spots on various parts of the body that can be itching and sweating.

It often affects the torso and shoulders. It is commonly observed in children as well as in adults. The condition isn't contagious. Homeopathy works extremely well in the cases of Tinea Versicolor. One may expect a complete recovery. The right medicine is selected on the basis of patient's individual symptoms.