Yes, pityriasis versicolor (also called tinea versicolor) is curable. It is a common fungal skin infection that causes light or dark patches, often on the chest, back, or arms. Treatment usually includes antifungal creams, shampoos, or tablets that remove the fungus and restore normal skin color. However, color changes may take a few weeks or months to fade even after the infection is gone. The condition can sometimes come back, especially in hot and humid weather, so using medicated cleansers o