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What in The World is Pityriasis Rosea?
By Ray Zimmerman
I guess a good place to start would be with the correct pronunciation of Pityriasis Rosea. So here it is… Pit-ih-RYE-ah-sis - Ro-ZEA. I hope that helped. What Exactly is This Disease? Pityriasis Rosea is a skin rash that usually occurs in individuals between the ages of 10 and 35 but can manifest itself at any given age. Generally speaking, this condition can last from several weeks to several months in duration. It has been documented that this disease will not leave any permanent marks on the body. Dark-skinned individuals that have contracted this disease may experience long-lasting brown spots that will eventually fade in time. The Sign and Symptoms of Pityriasis Rosea This particular condition generally begins with a large single pink patch that is either located on the individual’s chest or back. This patch is known by two names, either the “Herald Patch” or the “Mother Patch.” Quite often this patch resembles ringworm and is treated accordingly. These treatments include the use of anti-fungal creams that eliminate the ringworm fungus. Since this particular condition is not a fungus, none of these creams will help to get rid of this rash. Within one to two weeks, more pink patches will appear. These patches can manifest themselves on the chest, back, arms, legs and sometimes on the neck. These pink patches are generally oval in shape and can number in the hundreds. It is said that approximately half of the individuals that contact this disease will experience some itching, especially when the body becomes overheated. Hot showers or baths can contribute to the itching experienced. The Duration of the Disease Pityriasis Rosea generally fades and then finally disappears within six to eight weeks, but can sometimes last for several months. When the rash is fading, strenuous physical activities that increase the body’s temperature can sometimes cause the rash to temporarily worsen or reappear for a period of time. Hot showers or baths can also have the same effect on the rash. What Causes Pityriasis Rosea? The actual cause of this particular skin disorder is unknown. It has been determined that the rash is not caused by either bacteria or by a fungus and is not due to any particular allergy. It is thought that this condition is caused by a virus, but that particular theory has not yet been proven. Pityriasis Rosea is not contagious and is not spread from person to person. How is This Condition Diagnosed? This rash usually affects the individual’s chest, back, abdomen, upper arms and legs. Since the rash may vary from one person to another, the diagnosis is sometimes more difficult. Usually the final diagnosis is made by a dermatologist; which is a physician that has had special training in skin diseases. During the diagnosis process, the dermatologist may order blood tests, scrape the skin or take a skin biopsy of the effected area to determine what the rash actually is. How is Pityriasis Rosea Treated? This skin condition is usually quite mild in nature and the majority of cases do not require any treatment at all. Fortunately, even the most severe forms of Pityriasis Rosea will eventually dissipate over time and will completely disappear. If itching seems to be a problem, the dermatologist will generally prescribe soothing medicated creams or lotions to help eliminate the problem. Until the rash is gone, strenuous physical activities should be avoided since those activities could easily aggravate the condition. It is also suggested that lukewarm showers or baths should be taken for the same reason.
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Contributor's Note
You may be wondering why I wrote this article about a disease that no one has heard of. To make a long story short, I was diagnosed with Pityriasis Rosea a few weeks ago. That is why I have made it my business to learn as much about this skin condition as possible. At first, it was misdiagnosed by my internist and after several weeks of the wrong medication, my doctor sent a skin biopsy to the pathology laboratory for analysis. The results of the biopsy did not provide an exact diagnosis. After I searched the internet extensively, I was able to diagnose my condition which my dermatologist agreed with.
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A Good Example of Pityriasis Rosea
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I Tweeted this Intel this morning. I don't think it really helps me with an appetite for Cajun food though.
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