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2006-06-23 21:59:08 · 7 answers · asked by Roxy G 1 in Health Diseases & Conditions Skin Conditions

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I actually had pityriasis rosea. It was a really itchy skin rash that you can't really get rid of. It is supposed to go away on its own. My doctor had me take anti-itch medicine but it made me way too drousy all the time. I then went to a chinese herbalist. She gave me a spray and herbs to take. They totally worked!! They stopped the itching and helped the rash go away much quicker.

Here is some info I found about it and the website it came from:

Pityriasis rosea is a rash that occurs most commonly in people between the ages of 10 and 35, but may occur at any age. The rash can last from several weeks to several months. Usually there are no permanent marks as a result of this condition, although some darker-skinned persons may develop long-lasting flat brown spots that eventually fade. It may occur at anytime of year, but pityriasis rosea is most common in the spring and fall.

http://www.aad.org/public/Publications/pamphlets/PityriasisRosea.htm

2006-06-23 21:59:57 · answer #1 · answered by z baila 3 · 2 0

Pityriasis Rosea Recurrence

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Is Pityriasis Rosea Contagious

2016-09-30 06:14:25 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0 0

a common skin condition characterized by scaly, pink, and inflamed skin.
a mild skin condition in which flat, scaly spots occur on the trunk and upper arms
pityriasis in which an itchy rash develops over the trunk and extremities
Pityriasis rosea is a skin disease marked by patches of pink, oval rash. Although its exact cause is unknown and its onset is not linked to food, medicines or stress, it is thought that this non-infectious condition is set off by a virus. Pityriasis rosea can occur at any age, however, it occurs most often in teenagers and young adults. Symptoms only recur in 3% of the affected

2006-06-23 22:03:01 · answer #5 · answered by Bolan 6 · 1 0

Pityriasis Rosea

Pityriasis rosea is a common skin disease. It appears as a rash that can last from several weeks to several months. The way the rash looks may differ from person to person. It most often develops in the spring and the fall, and seems to favor adolescents and young adults. Pityriasis rosea is uncommon in those over 60 years old. It may last months longer when it occurs in this age group. Usually there are no permanent marks as a result of this disease, although some darker-skinned persons may develop long-lasting flat brown spots.

The skin rash follows a very distinctive pattern. In 3/4 of the cases, a single, isolated oval scaly patch (the "herald patch") appears on the body, particularly on the trunk, upper arms, neck, or thighs. Often, the herald patch is mistaken for ringworm (tinea corporis) or eczema. Within a week or two more pink patches will occur on the body and on the arms and legs. These patches often form a pattern over the back resembling the outline of an evergreen tree with dropping branches. Patches may also appear on the neck and, rarely, on the face. These spots usually are smaller than the "herald" patch. The rash begins to heal after 2-4 weeks and is usually gone by 6-14.

Sometimes the disease can cause a more severe skin reaction. Some patients with this disease will have some itching that can be severe, especially when the patient becomes overheated. Occasionally there may be other symptoms, including tiredness and aching. The rash usually fades and disappears within six weeks but can sometimes last much longer. Physical activity, like jogging or running, or bathing in hot water may cause the rash to temporarily worsen or reappear. In some cases, the patches will reappear up to several weeks after the first episode. This can continue for many months.

The cause is unproven. It definitely is not caused by a fungus or bacterial infection. It also is not due to any known type of allergic reaction. This condition is not a sign of any type of internal disease. Since it is neither contagious nor sexually transmitted, there is no reason to avoid close or intimate contact when one has this eruption.

There is some evidence that it is a relapse of Human Herpes Virus type 7 (HH7) infection, as this virus has been isolated from blood, skin lesions, and white blood cells (lymphocytes) of pityriasis rosea patients. In other people HH7 is only found in the lymphocytes. This virus infects most of us as children, and we develop immunity to it. This is the reason it is so very uncommon for other members of the same household to come down with pityriasis rosea at the same time.

A dermatologist can usually diagnose the condition quickly with an examination, but at times the diagnosis is more difficult. The numbers and sizes of the spots can vary and occasionally the rash can be found in an unusual location, such as the lower body or on the face. When there is no "herald" patch, reactions to medications, infection with fungus or syphilis (a type of VD), or other skin diseases may resemble this rash. The dermatologist may order blood tests, skin scrapings or even may take a sample from one of the spots to examine under a microscope to reach a diagnosis.

Treatment may include external and internal medications for itching. Aveeno oatmeal baths, anti-itch medicated lotions and steroid creams may be prescribed to combat the rash. Lukewarm, rather than hot, baths may be suggested. Strenuous activity, which could aggravate the rash, should be discouraged. Ultraviolet light treatments given under the supervision of a dermatologist may be helpful. Recently, both the antiviral drug Famvir and the antibiotic erythromycin have been claimed to produce healing in one to two weeks. For severe cases a few days of oral anti-inflammatory medications such as prednisone may be necessary to promote healing. For mild cases, no treatment is required as this disease is not a dangerous skin condition.

2006-06-23 22:07:00 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1 0

Pityriasis rosea (PR)History:

Pityriasis rosea (PR) may have prodromal symptoms (eg, malaise, nausea, anorexia, fever, joint pain, lymph node swelling, headache) that may precede the appearance of the herald patch.
Pruritus, which may be intense, is present in 75% of cases.
Ask the patient whether this is the first episode or a recurrence.
Physical:

The herald patch measures 1-2 cm in diameter. The patch is characterized as oval or round with a central, wrinkled, salmon-colored area and a dark red peripheral zone. The areas are separated by a collarette of fine scales. The herald patch is usually located on the trunk but can be seen on the neck or extremities.
The secondary eruption appears at its maximum in about 10 days.
The secondary eruption is symmetric and localized, predominantly to the trunk and adjacent areas of the neck and extremities.
Involvement is maximal over the abdomen and anterior and dorsal surfaces of the thorax.
The secondary lesions appear as the primary patch in miniature, with the two red zones separated by the scaling ring. They are distributed in a Christmas tree pattern with their long axes following the lines of cleavage of the skin. In children under the age of 5 years, papular PR may be seen with a similar distribution.
In atypical PR (20% of patients), the herald patch may be missing or confluent with other lesions.
The distribution of the rash may be peripheral, and facial involvement may be seen in children. Involvement of the axilla and groin (inverse variant) can also be seen.
The lesions of PR may be large (PR gigantea), urticarial (PR urticata), vesicular, pustular, purpuric, and erythema multiforme–like.
Hypopigmentary and hyperpigmentary skin changes may follow the inflammatory stage. In patients with black skin, hyperpigmentation is more common.
Oral lesions of various types have been reported with PR, including erythematous plaques, hemorrhagic puncta, and ulcers.
Causes:

PR is similar to infectious exanthems in that it occurs in clusters among contacts, has a seasonal predilection to spring and autumn, and has a low rate of recurrence (3%).
No bacteria, virus, or fungus has been isolated as a definite causal agent, although HHV-6 and HH-7 may play a role.
Drugs such as bismuth, barbiturates, captopril, gold, organic mercurials, methoxypromazine, metronidazole, D-penicillamine, isotretinoin, tripelennamine hydrochloride, ketotifen, and salvarsan have been implicated in causing drug-induced PR.
Atopy, seborrheic dermatitis, acne vulgaris, and dandruff are more common in patients with PR than in control subjects.

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