Overview Alopecia means “loss of hair“. Hair grows in small clusters of 3-4 hairs per follicle unit. Hair grows through 3 phases. Follicles can move through this process and back again based on hormonal signalling. Normally, an individual loses about…

Pityriasis versicolor Pityriasis versicolor is a superficial fungal infection caused by Malassezia. It is often asymptomatic, except for the hypopigmented/hyperpigmented patches on the skin. Versicolor means “various colors”. Malassezia produces acetic acid which affects melanocyte function. Diagnosis is clinical, but…