Pityriasis Rosea

Question: Pityriasis Rosea? I just found out that I have Pityriasis Rosea. Is there anyway to speed up the process? It's very embrassing and it seems that new spots are poping up. Anyone who's had it before, can you please let me know? Thanks

Answer: I had it a few years ago - I diagnosed it myself (online) because my GP gave me fungal cream (ha). Then I went to a dermatologist and he confirmed it. It's viral and has to run it's course - sorry wish I could give you a better answer. It is weird looking though isn't? I never had any itching but in case you do read below: Treatment In most cases, pityriasis rosea goes away in four to eight weeks. Treatment usually focuses on controlling itching. The antiviral drugs acyclovir and famciclovir and the antibiotic erythromycin may reduce the duration of pityriasis rosea to one to two weeks. These medications often are not necessary, however, because itching is usually mild, and the condition clears up on its own.

Question: How to quell itching caused by pityriasis rosea? I was diagnosed with pityriasis rosea a two weeks ago. My doctor told me it will go away on its own but it itches so badly! I'm getting spots all over my torso and a little bit on my arms, so it can get very irritating. I use Aveeno lotion but it doesn't hold up for the whole day. Some say sun exposure will help. What should I do?

Answer: CORTISONE

Question: How severe are most cases of pityriasis rosea? I recently went to the dermatologist and was diagnosed with pityriasis rosea. For over a month, i have had the Herald's patch on the back of my thigh. In the last week, the little bumps are starting to pop up. Do all cases get really bad? Should I expect to get quite a few? How long does a typical case last? Just want to know what I am in for in the next month or so. My dr said it just depends but just curious what other peoples experiences have been. I am a 29 year old female. Thanks.

Answer: I have it right now. They say it can last 1 to 3 months. I have had mine for two weeks and it is very itchy.. or was until I started sun-taning. Tons of sites said that this has helped them. I have light skin thge color of carmel candies so i typically don't go tanning. However, I am doing it and it helps. I was at the beach yesterday and it didn't hurt or itch. Today I layed out and it was better afterward. Not all cases get bad. I used lots of benedryl though at first it was horrible.

Question: Is there any help websites for Pityriasis Rosea? like some help where i can meet others who have Pityriasis? My grandmother has it, Just wondering if there is like a website that has other Pityriasis Rosea people on it. Does it appear in the Lower part of body? also like on top/bottom of feet Right now she is tanking bendaryl, and it just makes it worse? ataran, but it just increases burning sensation more.

Answer: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/pityria…

Question: what other symptoms do you get with Pityriasis Rosea? I,have been diagnosed with pityriasis rosea......am feeling really ill....new rashes keep appearing. What other symptoms are common? How long does it last?

Answer: I have had it and it lasted about 4 weeks. However Pityriasis rosea usually goes away within 6 - 12 weeks. The itching was the worst for me the Doctor gave me a benovate 1n 4 solution to calm it down I had it over christmas a few years back. If you have the rashes you should have no futher sysptoms than you already have. Apart from swollen glands and the rash I didnt have any other symptoms. My doctor had never seen it before outside of medical texts and had to show his colleage. It is nothing serious and should pass with out getting any worse. Also once the symptoms have gone you should have life long immunity. Apart from looking rather scary it is a mild skin ailment hope you recover quickly. Check the links to find out more about it.

Question: Can the scar from pityriasis rosea heal? About 3 months ago, i had rashes all over my torso..i went to a dermatologist to seek consult. She said i have this self limiting skin disease called pityriasis rosea..prescribed me antihistamines and triamcinolone cream to ease the itchiness.. a few weeks later the rashes was seen all over my body leaving scars up to now...its still itchy and the scars are very visible speacially at my legs.. Is there something i can do to get rid of these scars?

Answer: go back to the doctor until then try fresh aloe. i'm no expert but aloe is good for scaring. so is rose hip seed oil but i don't know if you can use that on a rash. it is used to fade scars , marks etc.

Question: how to get rid of scars left from pityriasis rosea? i have pityriasis rosea and it went away in a few weeks, i have brown skin cuz im half black and the pityriasis rosea is on my neck, although the actual condition is gone, i have scars left from it, theres patches of lighter shades of skin color on my neck and is very visible and embarrassing, how can i make them go away or cover them up, or make them less visible? thank u.

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Question: If I had Pityriasis Rosea before is it definite that it may come back again? I was diagnosed with Pityriasis Rosea a year ago. Everything healed well but I get paranoid when I see something that may look like a "patch" or if my back itches. I have one that looks like it on my side and was wondering does it eventually come back?

Answer: kewl

Question: How can i treat Pityriasis Rosea? I have had Pityriasis Rosea for over 2 months and it won't go away. No my skin is black in some parts and it still itches. I want these ugly spots to go away and i would like to stop scratching and scabing myself. Please Help.

Answer: The most important thing is not to scratch and use lots of lotion, stay clean

Question: How to cure a rash asap! Possibly pityriasis rosea? My rash first started out as a few tiny little bumps...which soon grew into a million more bumps all over my body: on my neck, my arms, stomach, back and legs. I went to the docotor and he BELEIVES it is pityriasis rosea. My prom is comming up and I dont know how i will wear my dress with these disgusting bumps :( Please help! Thank you.

Answer: Pityriasis rosea usually resolves on it's own but it can take a month or two. Oatmeal baths can help a bit and also cool compresses. Many think it's due to a virus. Don't use hot water when you shower or take baths. I know it must be frustrating. Meditator Common Skin Rashes http://www.itchyskinrash.net