can sometimes indicate other conditions:
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1. Tinea Versicolor
This is a fungal infection caused by yeast that naturally lives on your skin. When it overgrows, it can cause:
White, pink, or tan patches
Often on the chest, back, and shoulders
May be slightly scaly
More noticeable in summer (the yeast prevents tanning)
Treatment: Over-the-counter antifungal creams or shampoos often clear it up
2. Vitiligo
An autoimmune condition where the immune system attacks pigment-producing cells (melanocytes):
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Larger, irregular patches of complete pigment loss
Can appear anywhere on
