Pityriasis Conditions

Clinical Characteristics

• Pityriasis Alba is a common hypopigmented condition, particularly in children, appearing as pale patches with fine scale, and is often considered in the differential diagnosis of vitiligo 1
• Pityriasis Versicolor is a common fungal infection caused by Malassezia species, presenting as hyperpigmented or hypopigmented macules with fine scale, and is included in the differential diagnosis of vitiligo and other depigmenting conditions 1
• Wood's lamp examination can be helpful in the diagnosis of certain types of pityriasis, such as pityriasis versicolor 1