Pityriasis Rosea - Information on Pityriasis Rosea

Pityriasis Rosea is basically a skin disease typical to youth, but it may occur to the people at any age. Pityriasis Rosea usually lasts for a month or so. Pityriasis Rosea is a relatively common skin rash that first presents with a solitary scaly patch, usually on the upper trunk, known as the Herald Patch.

We have provided you here all symptoms, causes and treatment methods of Pityriasis Rosea. Pityriasis rosea usually avoids the face, although sometimes a few spots spread to the cheeks. The oval patches follow the line of the ribs like a fir tree.

Causes of Pityriasis Rosea

The cause of the Pityriasis Rosea is unknown. Some doctors believe that pityriasis rosea is caused by a viral or bacterial infection. Certain medicines also can cause this rash.

Symptoms of Pityriasis Rosea

Some of the common symptoms of tinea corporis are :-

• Skin redness or inflammation.
• The rash may spread to the upper thighs.
• Itching on the skin.
• The patches seem crinkly and loose in the centre.

Treatment of Pityriasis Rosea

Pityriasis rosea is not contagious , so people with this rash do not have to be kept away from other people. Methods For Treating Pityriasis Rosea are :

• Moisturizing lotions may help soften the dryness.
• Avoid using soap as this can irritate the rash.
• Avoid sunburn.