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  Tinea versicolor - close-up


This is a fungal infection of the skin known as tinea versicolor, and is common in adolescent and young adult males. Besides the rash, there may be mild itching. Frequent sites of infection include the neck, upper chest, and arm pit (axilla. The rash may be white to yellowish to golden brown in color. A tan can accentuate the difference in skin color.
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