Diseases and Conditions
Tinea versicolor
Overview
Symptoms
Causes
Prevention
Diagnosis
Treatment
Lifestyle and home remedies
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Causes
The fungus that causes tinea versicolor can be found on healthy skin. It only starts causing problems when the fungus overgrows. A number of factors may trigger this growth, including:
- Hot, humid weather
- Oily skin
- Hormonal changes
- Weakened immune system