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Pityriasis Rosea

Pityriasis is a group of skin disorders in which a scaly rash is usually present. Pityriasis Rosea is a rash of itchy, oval-shaped red spots which gradually appear on the trunk an dupper arms. The cause of the condition, which mostly affects children and young people is unknown, though a virus is suspected. Pityriasis rosea most often affects teenagers or young adults and last from 4-12 weeks, occurring more often in spring and fall. It generally disappears of its own accord, though steroid onitments may be prescribed if the rash is severe.

Pityriasis Rosea is known to be characterized by salmon-colored papular and macular lesions that are at first discrete but may become confluent. More on Pityriasis Rosea, Pityriasis versicolor, Pityriasis alba

Pityriasis Rosea Causes

Pityriasis rosea occurs due to virus infection and clears up by itself in about six to twelve weeks. The incidence is highest between the ages of 15 and 40 years, and the disease is most prevalent in the spring and autumn. This condition is not a sign of any type of internal disease.

Pityriasis rosea does not spread from person to person (contagious) as most viruses do.

Symptoms of Pityriasis Rosea

• Red Color patches may appear before the rash.
• 25% of people with Pityriasis Rosea get mild to severe itching. This fades as the rash develops
• May be accompanied by headache , fever , nausea and fatigue
• Appears on the trunk, sparing the hands, feet, and face
• Rash , scaly appearance with near clear centers.
• Itching is mild but can be severe.
• dry surface and may have an inner circlet of scaling.
• Rarely vesicles
• Fever and fatigue rare
  

Pityriasis Rosea Treatment

Genrally a physician or dermatologist can diagnose pityriasis rosea simply by looking at it. Treatment options include external and internal medications for itching, Aveeno oatmeal baths, ultraviolet (UV) light therapy, anti-itch medicated lotions and steroid creams may be prescribed to combat the rash. New information suggests early treatment with aciclovir may speed up recovery of at least some cases of pityriasis rosea.

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