← Back to Pediatric Dermatology Light patches on a child’s face can be alarming, especially when families worry about vitiligo. Pityriasis alba is a ...

Pityriasis alba is a low-grade type of eczema or dermatitis that is non-contagious and benign. It is common among children and young adults between 3 and 16 ...

Pityriasis rosea is a common and harmless skin rash that mostly affects children and young adults. It is thought to be triggered by a viral infection and is ...

Pityriasis versicolor is a common superficial fungal infection caused by the yeast Malassezia, which normally lives on healthy skin. It tends to overgrow in ...