Pityriasis simplex

Pityriasis simples, a chronic skin disease characterized by superficial dry scaly hypopigmentation that occurs on the face. Inflammation is mild or absent. It mainly affects children. It occurs on the face and occasionally involves the trunk and limbs.

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