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Tinea versicolor, also known as pityriasis versicolor, is a common superficial fungal infection of the skin caused by Malassezia species. It is characterized by discolored patches on the skin, often on the trunk and shoulders. The term 'tinea versicolor' is the preferred modern name for this condition.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0040262ICD-10-CM
B36.0
MeSH
D014010
SNOMED CT (US)
56454009
Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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