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ArticleCase reports in dermatology

Atrophic Pityriasis Versicolor: 3 Case Reports.

Laura Ternoy, Kevin Chassain, Claire-Alice De Salins, Caroline Jacobzone-Leveque

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Laura TernoyDermatology Department, University Hospital of Rennes, Rennes, France.
Kevin ChassainDermatology Department, South Brittany Hospital Group - Lorient, Lorient, France.
Claire-Alice De SalinsDermatology Department, South Brittany Hospital Group - Lorient, Lorient, France.
Caroline Jacobzone-LevequeDermatology Department, South Brittany Hospital Group - Lorient, Lorient, France.

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Abstract

Introduction: Pityriasis versicolor is a common epidermal mycotic infection, well known in its classic hypo- or hyperpigmented macular form. However, its atrophic variant, first described in 1971, remains rare and poorly documented. The underlying cause of this variant has yet to be determined. Case Presentation: We report 3 cases of patients treated with topical steroids for inflammatory skin diseases (atopic dermatitis, cutaneous scleroderma, and mycosis fungoides) who developed erythematous and squamous atrophic lesions on their back during follow-up. Complete resolution of both patches and atrophy was observed following the discontinuation of topical steroids and the onset of topical and systemic antifungal therapy. Conclusion: Atrophic pityriasis versicolor is a disease which deserves to be highlighted to prevent misdiagnosis with other severe dermatological conditions also presenting with skin atrophy, as to avoid lesions worsening due to inappropriate treatment.

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AtrophyMalasseziaTinea versicolor

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