Łupież różowy
Objawy

Łupież różowy (pityriasis rosea) to samoograniczająca się dermatoza o przebiegu trwającym zwykle 6-8 tygodni, choć może utrzymywać się do 5 miesięcy. Choroba dotyczy głównie osób w wieku 10-35 lat, częściej kobiet. Początkowo pojawia się pojedyncza plama macierzysta o średnicy 2-10 cm, najczęściej na tułowiu, różowa u osób o jasnej karnacji lub fioletowa/brązowa u osób o ciemniejszej skórze. Po 1-2 tygodniach rozwija się uogólniona wysypka z mniejszych plam córczanych (0,5-2 cm), układających się wzdłuż linii Langera, często w charakterystyczny wzór choinki na plecach. Objawy prodromalne występują u około 69% pacjentów i obejmują symptomy grypopodobne, takie jak gorączka, bóle stawów i powiększenie węzłów chłonnych. Świąd dotyczy 25-50% chorych, nasila się po wysiłku i gorących kąpielach. Atypowe postacie (20%) mogą manifestować się brakiem plamy macierzystej, wieloma plamami macierzystymi, zmianami pęcherzowymi lub zajęciem nietypowych lokalizacji, zwłaszcza u dzieci i osób o ciemniejszej karnacji.

Łupież różowy – objawy i progresja choroby

Łupież różowy (pityriasis rosea) to stosunkowo częsta, samoograniczająca się choroba skóry, która zwykle trwa od 6 do 8 tygodni, ale może utrzymywać się nawet do 5 miesięcy. Choroba charakteryzuje się charakterystyczną wysypką, która pojawia się w określonej sekwencji i najczęściej dotyka osoby w wieku 10-35 lat, szczególnie kobiety.123

Fazy rozwoju wysypki

Łupież różowy zazwyczaj postępuje przez kilka charakterystycznych etapów:12

Objawy prodromalne

U około 69% pacjentów przed pojawieniem się wysypki mogą wystąpić objawy grypopodobne, takie jak:123

  • Złe samopoczucie
  • Zmęczenie
  • Bóle głowy
  • Bóle stawów
  • Powiększone węzły chłonne
  • Gorączka
  • Ból gardła
  • Nudności
  • Brak apetytu

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Zmiana macierzysta (plama pierwotna)

Pierwszym objawem skórnym jest pojedyncza, większa zmiana, znana jako „plama macierzysta” (ang. herald patch lub mother patch):123

  • Pojawia się zazwyczaj na tułowiu (klatce piersiowej, plecach lub brzuchu)
  • Jest owalna lub okrągła, lekko uniesiona i pokryta łuskami
  • Ma wymiary od 2 do 10 cm (średnio 1-4 cale)
  • U osób o jasnej karnacji jest różowa lub łososiowa
  • U osób o ciemniejszej skórze – fioletowa, brązowa lub szara
  • Często ma delikatne łuski w centrum i uniesiony brzeg

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Plama macierzysta może być jedynym objawem przez okres od kilku dni do 2-3 tygodni, w tym czasie rośnie, osiągając zazwyczaj około 2,5 cm średnicy, choć niektóre mogą mieć nawet 10 cm.123

Wysypka wtórna

Po 1-2 tygodniach od pojawienia się plamy macierzystej rozwija się bardziej uogólniona wysypka, składająca się z mniejszych zmian, często nazywanych „plamami córczanymi” (daughter patches):123

  • Mniejsze plamy (0,5-2 cm średnicy) pojawiają się grupowo
  • Występują głównie na tułowiu, ramionach i udach
  • Rzadziej zajmują twarz, dłonie i stopy
  • Są owalne, różowe lub brązowe, lekko uniesione z łuszczącą się powierzchnią
  • Układają się wzdłuż linii napięcia skóry (linie Langera)
  • Na plecach układają się w charakterystyczny wzór przypominający choinkę (Christmas tree pattern)

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Wysypka może pojawiać się falami przez kilka dni lub tygodni, a nowe zmiany mogą powstawać nawet do 6 tygodni od początkowego wystąpienia.123

Objawy towarzyszące

Świąd

Świąd (pruritus) jest częstym objawem łupieża różowego, występującym u około 25-50% pacjentów:123

  • Nasila się podczas wysiłku fizycznego
  • Pogarsza się po gorących kąpielach lub prysznicach
  • Może być łagodny lub intensywny, czasem dokuczliwy
  • Nasilenie świądu może zmienić się w trakcie trwania choroby

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Zmiany atypowe

Około 20% przypadków łupieża różowego ma postać atypową z istotnymi wariacjami w objawach:12

  • Wiele plam macierzystych
  • Brak plamy macierzystej
  • Zmiany przypominające pokrzywkę lub wyprysk
  • Duże pęcherze
  • Zmiany w jamie ustnej (rzadko)
  • U dzieci zmiany częściej w pachwinach, pod pachami, na twarzy i owłosionej skórze głowy
  • U osób o ciemniejszej skórze częstsze występowanie na twarzy i owłosionej skórze głowy

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Przebieg czasowy choroby

Łupież różowy ma zazwyczaj przewidywalny przebieg czasowy, choć długość trwania może się różnić:12

  • Całkowity czas trwania choroby wynosi zwykle 6-8 tygodni
  • U dzieci często ustępuje szybciej, średnio w ciągu 16 dni
  • W niektórych przypadkach może utrzymywać się do 3-5 miesięcy
  • Przed ustąpieniem może dojść do nasilenia objawów lub wystąpienia drugiej fali zmian

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W procesie ustępowania zmian można zauważyć charakterystyczne fazy:1

  • Szczyt choroby (nasilenie świądu, wysychanie i łuszczenie się skóry)
  • Spłaszczanie i powiększanie się plam
  • Zanikanie zmian od środka ku brzegom
  • Zmniejszenie świądu z wyjątkiem okresów po kąpieli
  • Blaknięcie zmian do koloru brązowego, później całkowity zanik

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Następstwa i powikłania

Łupież różowy zazwyczaj ustępuje samoistnie bez długotrwałych konsekwencji, jednak mogą wystąpić przejściowe zmiany:12

  • Przebarwienia (hiperpigmentacja) lub odbarwienia (hipopigmentacja) w miejscach, gdzie były zmiany
  • Są bardziej widoczne u osób o ciemniejszej karnacji
  • Zmiany barwnikowe ustępują samoistnie w ciągu kilku miesięcy (6-12 miesięcy)
  • Choroba nie pozostawia blizn
  • Rzadko nawraca (odsetek nawrotów wynosi ok. 2-3,7%)

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Postać odwrócona łupieża różowego

Istnieje również atypowa postać choroby, znana jako odwrócony łupież różowy (inverse pityriasis rosea):12

  • Występuje u mniej niż 10% pacjentów
  • Zmiany pojawiają się głównie w fałdach skórnych, takich jak pachy i pachwiny
  • Może również zajmować twarz i szyję
  • Przebieg czasowy i leczenie są podobne jak w typowej postaci

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Różnicowanie objawów

Łupież różowy może przypominać inne choroby skóry, dlatego ważna jest właściwa diagnostyka różnicowa:12

  • Grzybica skóry (tinea corporis) – plama macierzysta może być mylona z grzybicą
  • Pokrzywka – w przypadkach z nasilonym świądem
  • Wyprysk – szczególnie w atypowych postaciach
  • Trądzik – zwłaszcza w wariantach z drobnymi grudkami
  • Rumień wielopostaciowy – w przypadkach z nietypowymi zmianami

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Przebieg i rokowanie

Rokowanie w łupieżu różowym jest bardzo dobre, ponieważ choroba jest samoograniczająca się i ustępuje nawet bez leczenia w ciągu kilku tygodni do kilku miesięcy.12 Choroba rzadko nawraca, co sugeruje rozwój odporności.1 Główne znaczenie mają działania zmierzające do łagodzenia objawów, szczególnie świądu, oraz zapobieganie wtórnym zakażeniom bakteryjnym wynikającym z drapania.12

Łupież różowy jest chorobą niezaraźliwą, co jest istotną informacją dla pacjentów, którzy mogą być zaniepokojeni możliwością przeniesienia wysypki na inne osoby.12

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Materiały źródłowe

  • #1 Pityriasis Rosea – Dermatologic Disorders – Merck Manual Professional Edition
    https://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/dermatologic-disorders/psoriasis-and-scaling-diseases/pityriasis-rosea
    Pityriasis rosea most commonly occurs between ages 10 and 35. It affects women more often. […] The condition classically begins with a single, primary, 2- to 10-cm herald patch that appears on the trunk or proximal limbs. A general centripetal eruption of 0.5- to 2-cm rose- or fawn-colored oval papules and plaques follows within 7 to 14 days. The lesions have a scaly, slightly raised border (collarette) and resemble ringworm (tinea corporis). […] Most patients itch, occasionally severely. Papules may dominate with little or no scaling in children and pregnant women. […] Initially, most people develop one large scaly patch (herald patch; arrow), and within 1 to 2 weeks, smaller pink patches can occur on the trunk, arms, and legs. […] In pityriasis rosea, the initial herald patch is followed by centripetal eruption of oval papules and plaques with a slightly raised border, typically appearing along skin lines. […] Classically, lesions orient along skin lines, giving pityriasis rosea a Christmas treelike distribution when multiple lesions appear on the back. […] A prodrome of malaise, headache, and sometimes arthralgia precedes the lesions in a minority of patients.
  • #1 Pityriasis Rosea Stages and Pictures
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/pityriasis-rosea-pictures-4020316
    Pityriasis rosea is a common rash that progresses through the following four stages: […] This harmless rash may or may not be itchy and usually lasts six to eight weeks before resolving on its own. […] Pityriasis rosea is an itchy rash that begins with a herald patch. […] Within a few days, smaller lesions appear. […] The lesions can continue to spread for several weeks. […] In most cases, a pityriasis rosea outbreak will clear up in six to eight weeks. Occasionally it can last for up to five months or more. […] Some people have a fever, fatigue, headache, and sore throat before the rash appears. […] Pityriasis rosea appears mostly on the torso, but it’s not uncommon for it to spread around the body. […] The rash rarely spreads to the face. […] The condition runs its course and usually clears up after six to eight weeks. […] Pityriasis rosea can be itchy.
  • #1 Pityriasis Rosea: Diagnosis and Treatment | AAFP
    https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2018/0101/p38.html
    Pityriasis rosea is a common self-limiting rash that usually starts with a herald patch on the trunk and progresses along the Langer lines to a generalized rash over the trunk and limbs. […] The herald patch is an erythematous lesion with an elevated border and depressed center. The generalized rash usually presents two weeks after the herald patch. Patients can develop general malaise, fatigue, nausea, headaches, joint pain, enlarged lymph nodes, fever, and sore throat before or during the course of the rash. […] Prodromal symptoms (e.g., general malaise, fatigue, nausea, headaches, joint pain, enlarged lymph nodes, fever, sore throat) present before or during the course of the rash in 69% of patients. […] The generalized rash, also known as the secondary eruption, presents on the trunk along the Langer lines and may extend to the upper arms and upper thighs.
  • #1 Pityriasis rosea | UM Health-Sparrow
    https://www.uofmhealthsparrow.org/departments-conditions/conditions/pityriasis-rosea
    Pityriasis rosea typically begins with an oval, slightly raised, scaly patch called the herald patch on the face, back, chest or abdomen. Before the herald patch appears, some people have headache, fatigue, fever or sore throat. […] A few days to a few weeks after the herald patch appears, you may notice smaller bumps or scaly spots across your face, back, chest or abdomen that look like a pine-tree pattern. The rash can cause itching. […] The rash persists for several weeks and heals without scarring. Medicated lotions may lessen itchiness and speed the disappearance of the rash. Often, though, no treatment is required. The condition is not contagious and seldom recurs.
  • #1 Pityriasis Rosea: Causes, Symptoms, Stages, & Treatment
    https://www.medicinenet.com/pityriasis_rosea/article.htm
    Pityriasis rosea is mildly itchy in 50% of cases and clears spontaneously in an average of six to nine weeks. […] The rash typically lasts six to nine weeks, rarely extending longer than 12 weeks. Once a person has pityriasis rosea, it rarely recurs. […] Pityriasis rosea characteristically begins as an asymptomatic single, large pink, scaly plaque called the „herald patch” or mother patch, measuring 2-10 centimeters. […] One to two weeks following its initial appearance, a crop of smaller lesions develops on the trunk, arms, and legs. […] In the second stage, pityriasis rosea erupts with a large number of oval spots, ranging in diameter from 0.5 centimeters (the size of a pencil eraser) to 1.5 centimeters (the size of a peanut). […] Most people do not notice any pityriasis rosea symptoms except for the appearance of the rash itself.
  • #1 Pityriasis rosea: Signs and symptoms
    https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/pityriasis-rosea-symptoms
    Pityriasis rosea is a common condition, which causes a harmless rash on the skin. The rash usually lasts 6 to 8 weeks before disappearing, but it can last longer. […] The rash can develop anywhere on the skin or scalp. However, it usually begins on the chest, abdomen, or back and spreads. As it spreads, it may reach the upper arms or legs. […] Its common to develop a single herald patch on your skin. This patch is usually oval or round and slightly raised. On lighter skin tones and olive skin, its pink to salmon in color and often has fine scale in the center. People with deeply pigmented skin often see a herald patch (usually gray, violet, or brown) and small bumps appear at the same time. […] For a few days to 2 weeks, the herald patch may be the only sign of pityriasis rosea on your skin. During this time, the patch grows, often to about an inch in diameter, but some can reach 4 inches in diameter. While rare, some people develop 2 or more herald patches.
  • #1 Pityriasis rosea – Wikipedia
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pityriasis_rosea
    Pityriasis rosea is a type of skin rash. Classically, it begins with a single red and slightly scaly area known as a „herald patch”. This is then followed, days to weeks later, by an eruption of many smaller scaly spots; pinkish with a red edge in people with light skin and greyish in darker skin. It usually lasts less than three months and goes away without treatment. Sometimes malaise or a fever may occur before the start of the rash or itchiness, but often there are few other symptoms. […] The symptoms of this condition include: Recent upper respiratory tract infections in 869% of patients have been reported by some studies. Occasionally, prodromal flu-like symptoms, including headache, joint pain, mild fever, and fatigue, as well as gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, diarrhea, or vomiting, and feeling generally unwell, precede other symptoms. In most cases, a single, 2 to 10 cm (1″ to 4″) oval red „herald” patch appears, classically on the trunk or neck, having an appearance similar to ringworm. After the herald patch appears, usually some days or weeks later, a rash of many small (5-10 mm; 1/4″ to 1/2″) pink or red, flaky, oval or round spots appear. They follow the skin’s cleavage lines, which on the upper chest and back produce a characteristic „christmas-tree” distribution. About one in four people with PR have mild to severe symptomatic itching. The itching is often non-specific, and worsens if scratched. This tends to fade as the rash develops and does not usually last through the entire course of the disease.
  • #1 Pityriasis rosea: Signs and symptoms
    https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/pityriasis-rosea-symptoms
    Not everyone develops itchy skin or flu-like symptoms. If you do, flu-like symptoms may include a sore throat, swollen lymph nodes, or fatigue. […] Once the rash appears, you may see a new rash every few days. For most people, the rash continues for 6 to 8 weeks, though it can last longer. Childrens skin tends to clear more quickly, usually in 16 days. Once the skin clears, many people never get pityriasis rosea again. […] After the rash clears, you may see spots or patches on your skin that are lighter (hypopigmentation) or darker (hyperpigmentation) than your natural skin color. This tends to be more noticeable in people who have darker skin tones. These spots and patches will clear on their own, but it can take months.
  • #1 Pityriasis Rosea (Christmas Tree Rash): Causes & Treatment
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17729-pityriasis-rosea
    Pityriasis rosea is a common condition that causes discolored patches on your skin. […] The symptoms of pityriasis rosea usually develop in stages: […] You may initially develop a fever, headache or upper respiratory infection. […] You may develop a raised, discolored, circular or oval-shaped patch that ranges from 1 to 6 centimeters (cm). This patch is the herald or mother patch. […] About one to two weeks later, discolored circular or oval-shaped patches appear in groups near the herald patch. These patches are smaller than the herald patch they range from 1 to 2 cm and are often called daughter patches. […] In approximately 50% of people with pityriasis rosea, the patches itch. […] Pityriasis rosea commonly affects the skin on your trunk, arms or legs. […] Your skin may develop discolored patches (lesions) that look like scales or dry, crinkly paper. The patches may itch. […] If you have pityriasis rosea, it can generally be well-managed without any treatment. It should clear your body in six to eight weeks. […] However, if you experience any symptoms, therapy can provide relief.
  • #1 Pityriasis Rosea: Causes, Symptoms, Stages, & Treatment
    https://www.medicinenet.com/pityriasis_rosea/article.htm
    Mild, intermittent itching is reported in about 50% of individuals affected, especially when people exercise or take hot showers. […] Rarely, it is accompanied by flu-like symptoms, such as sore throat, fatigue, nausea, aching, and decreased appetite. […] The prognosis for pityriasis rosea is excellent as the rash is self-limiting and usually clears even without treatment within nine weeks. […] Symptoms may be reduced with topical treatment or taking extra precautions to prevent overheating.
  • #1 Pityriasis rosea – Wikipedia
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pityriasis_rosea
    About a fifth of cases have an atypical form, with significant variations in symptoms including the size, distribution, morphology, and evolution of the lesions. In addition to typical papules and scales, forms appearing as very large plaques (pityriasis rosea gigantea), urticaria, large blisters, patches resembling erythema multiforme, oral lesions, and various other appearances have been noted. In most patients, the condition lasts only a matter of weeks; in some cases it can last longer (up to six months). The disease resolves completely without long-term effects.
  • #1 Pityriasis rosea: Signs and symptoms
    https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/pityriasis-rosea-symptoms
    Within a week or two of seeing the herald patch, many people develop a widespread rash, often called daughter patches. These patches are smaller than the herald patch and may appear anywhere on your skin. Theyre most common on the trunk, legs, and arms. Your skin may itch, especially if it becomes warm, such as during a workout or a hot shower. […] While the rash usually causes small, scaly bumps on the skin, the rash can look more like hives or ringworm. It can even look like acne or one of many other skin conditions. A dermatologist can give you an accurate diagnosis. […] This is rare. Some people develop a raised patch, bumps, spots, or other lesions inside their mouth. You may also have swollen lymph nodes in your throat. The lesions in your mouth will go away at about the same time the rash on your skin clears.
  • #1 Its finally going! – signs of healing | Pityriasis Rosea | Forums
    https://patient.info/forums/discuss/its-finally-going-signs-of-healing-24538
    I’m so relieved – I can happily say that my PR is finally clearing up. I’ve had it for about 8 weeks now. About a week before it started to fade I think it 'peaked’ it was intensely itchy and very dry and flaky. A week later the itch had all but gone (except when after a shower) The patches enlarged and flattened and started to fade from the inside of the patch outwards. During this time my skin was very flaky. Within a week the rash had faded down to a tan colour and once the flaking had gone the tan patches were dry looking but flat. The early patches and herald patch have almost completely faded and the patches I got later on are still there but beginning to go. […] I found it was at its worse at about week 5-6 – it got really painfully itchy and very red and dry. Now its really fading at week 9 – the only think it is has left my skin very dry and tight feeling. My skin feels a bit like crepe paper so I’ve bought a load of body scrubs.
  • #1 Pityriasis rosea: Diagnosis and treatment
    https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/pityriasis-rosea-treatment
    While rare, pityriasis rosea can cause patches, spots, and other lesions inside the mouth or throat. These clear at about the same time that the rash clears. […] Once the rash clears, some people see dark or light spots on their skin where the rash once was. This is more common in people who have deeply pigmented skin. Like the rash, these spots will go away on their own. Clearing can take 6 to 12 months.
  • #1 Inverse Pityriasis Rosea: Symptoms, Causes, and More
    https://www.healthline.com/health/inverse-pityriasis-rosea
    Inverse pityriasis rosea usually causes a rash on the armpits, groin, neck, or face. The rash may clear up on its own, and medications such as antihistamines can help with itching. […] Inverse pityriasis rosea causes a rash that usually affects the armpits or groin. It may also affect the neck or face. […] The appearance of the rash can differ for each person, but it may develop in the following way: An oval or round slightly raised patch, or herald patch, develops. It may look pink, salmon, gray, violet, or brown. Within a few days to 2 weeks, the rash may grow to around 1 inch in diameter. Within 1 to 2 weeks of the herald patch appearing, smaller patches may appear elsewhere on the skin. Some people may then develop itchiness and flu-like symptoms. The rash will typically clear on its own within 6 to 8 weeks. Once the rash resolves, you may notice patches or spots on your skin that are lighter or darker than your natural skin color.
  • #1 Pityriasis Rosea: Diagnosis and Treatment | AAFP
    https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2018/0101/p38.html
    These lesions are smaller than the herald patch and can continue to appear up to six weeks after the initial eruption. […] The mean duration of the rash is 45 days; however, it can last up to 12 weeks. […] Moderate to severe pruritus occurs in 50% of patients. […] Relapsing pityriasis rosea lacks a herald patch, and the lesions may be smaller or fewer than in the initial episode. […] The low relapse rate, between 1.8% and 3.7%, suggests the development of immunity. […] The self-limited course of pityriasis rosea allows for watchful waiting and symptomatic treatment of pruritus in most patients. […] Patients with more severe disease or those who choose active treatment should weigh the potential benefits of faster resolution against the adverse effects associated with these therapies.
  • #1 Pityriasis rosea – Diagnosis & treatment – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pityriasis-rosea/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20376410
    Pityriasis rosea usually goes away on its own without treatment in 4 to 10 weeks. […] If the rash doesn’t disappear by then or the itching bothers you, talk with your health care provider about treatments. […] The condition clears up without scarring and usually doesn’t come back. […] If home remedies don’t ease symptoms or shorten the duration of pityriasis rosea, your health care provider might prescribe medicine. […] Your health care provider might also suggest light therapy. […] The following self-care tips may help relieve the discomfort of pityriasis rosea: […] Take nonprescription allergy medicine (antihistamines), such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl, others). […] Bathe or shower in lukewarm water. […] Apply a moisturizer, calamine lotion or a nonprescription corticosteroid cream.
  • #2 Pityriasis rosea | EBSCO Research Starters
    https://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/consumer-health/pityriasis-rosea
    Pityriasis rosea is a skin disorder characterized by a distinct rash, primarily affecting children and young adults, especially females. The condition often begins with a single, larger lesion known as the herald or mother patch, which is typically scaly, pink, and slightly raised. This patch is followed by the emergence of smaller, oval lesions on the trunk, which can create a pattern resembling a Christmas tree. Symptoms may include mild itchiness and occasional fatigue, but the rash generally resolves on its own within four to six weeks without specific treatment. […] The herald patch is followed in about two weeks by a crop of similar but smaller lesions all over the trunk. The pink scaly oval papules are distributed along the skin tension lines in the trunk and result in a so-called Christmas tree distribution. The lesions may be mild to moderately pruritic (itchy) and will resolve spontaneously in four to six weeks, without any specific treatment. Other symptoms may involve mild aches and fatigue.
  • #2 Pityriasis Rosea (Christmas Tree Rash): Causes & Treatment
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17729-pityriasis-rosea
    Pityriasis rosea is a common condition that causes discolored patches on your skin. […] The symptoms of pityriasis rosea usually develop in stages: […] You may initially develop a fever, headache or upper respiratory infection. […] You may develop a raised, discolored, circular or oval-shaped patch that ranges from 1 to 6 centimeters (cm). This patch is the herald or mother patch. […] About one to two weeks later, discolored circular or oval-shaped patches appear in groups near the herald patch. These patches are smaller than the herald patch they range from 1 to 2 cm and are often called daughter patches. […] In approximately 50% of people with pityriasis rosea, the patches itch. […] Pityriasis rosea commonly affects the skin on your trunk, arms or legs. […] Your skin may develop discolored patches (lesions) that look like scales or dry, crinkly paper. The patches may itch. […] If you have pityriasis rosea, it can generally be well-managed without any treatment. It should clear your body in six to eight weeks. […] However, if you experience any symptoms, therapy can provide relief.
  • #2 Pityriasis rosea: Signs and symptoms
    https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/pityriasis-rosea-symptoms
    Not everyone develops itchy skin or flu-like symptoms. If you do, flu-like symptoms may include a sore throat, swollen lymph nodes, or fatigue. […] Once the rash appears, you may see a new rash every few days. For most people, the rash continues for 6 to 8 weeks, though it can last longer. Childrens skin tends to clear more quickly, usually in 16 days. Once the skin clears, many people never get pityriasis rosea again. […] After the rash clears, you may see spots or patches on your skin that are lighter (hypopigmentation) or darker (hyperpigmentation) than your natural skin color. This tends to be more noticeable in people who have darker skin tones. These spots and patches will clear on their own, but it can take months.
  • #2 Pityriasis rosea
    https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/pityriasis-rosea/
    The main symptom of pityriasis rosea is a rash. […] Some people get flu-like symptoms a few days before the rash appears, including: tiredness, a sore throat, a high temperature, a headache. […] The rash appears in 2 stages. […] The first stage of the rash is a single, scaly patch called a herald patch. […] A widespread rash of small, scaly spots appears about 5 to 15 days after you get the herald patch. […] It usually appears in the same place on both sides of the body and may be itchy. […] After the rash has gone, you may have some darker or lighter areas of skin. This may be more obvious on brown or black skin. In most people, these should go back to normal within a few months and will not leave permanent scarring. […] Pityriasis rosea usually gets better on its own within a few months without any treatment. It might get worse before it goes away completely.
  • #2 Pityriasis rosea: Signs and symptoms
    https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/pityriasis-rosea-symptoms
    Pityriasis rosea is a common condition, which causes a harmless rash on the skin. The rash usually lasts 6 to 8 weeks before disappearing, but it can last longer. […] The rash can develop anywhere on the skin or scalp. However, it usually begins on the chest, abdomen, or back and spreads. As it spreads, it may reach the upper arms or legs. […] Its common to develop a single herald patch on your skin. This patch is usually oval or round and slightly raised. On lighter skin tones and olive skin, its pink to salmon in color and often has fine scale in the center. People with deeply pigmented skin often see a herald patch (usually gray, violet, or brown) and small bumps appear at the same time. […] For a few days to 2 weeks, the herald patch may be the only sign of pityriasis rosea on your skin. During this time, the patch grows, often to about an inch in diameter, but some can reach 4 inches in diameter. While rare, some people develop 2 or more herald patches.
  • #2 Pityriasis Rosea (for Parents) | Nemours KidsHealth
    https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/pityriasis-rosea.html
    Pityriasis rosea (pit-ih-RYE-uh-sis ROE-zee-uh) is a harmless temporary skin condition that’s common in older kids and teens. This pink or gray scaly skin rash can last for 4 to 8 weeks or, sometimes, months. The rash usually starts with one big patch on the chest, abdomen, thighs, or back that’s often mistaken for ringworm. […] As the rash spreads, the original patch is joined by a number of smaller spots that spread out across the torso. In some cases, the spots spread to the arms and legs (however, it usually doesn’t appear on the palms or soles). The spots can be itchy. […] Most kids and teens who get pityriasis rosea have no warning signs. Others can have flu-like symptoms (a sore throat, swollen glands, headaches, or feel tired) a few days before the rash appears. […] The rash itself usually starts with one large spot, called the herald patch or „mother” patch, which can appear anywhere on the skin but usually is on the chest, abdomen, back, or thighs. This patch can be raised and may feel scaly. In people with light skin, the patch is pink or red. People with darker skin can see a variety of colors, from violet to brown to gray.
  • #2 Pityriasis rosea: Signs and symptoms
    https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/pityriasis-rosea-symptoms
    Within a week or two of seeing the herald patch, many people develop a widespread rash, often called daughter patches. These patches are smaller than the herald patch and may appear anywhere on your skin. Theyre most common on the trunk, legs, and arms. Your skin may itch, especially if it becomes warm, such as during a workout or a hot shower. […] While the rash usually causes small, scaly bumps on the skin, the rash can look more like hives or ringworm. It can even look like acne or one of many other skin conditions. A dermatologist can give you an accurate diagnosis. […] This is rare. Some people develop a raised patch, bumps, spots, or other lesions inside their mouth. You may also have swollen lymph nodes in your throat. The lesions in your mouth will go away at about the same time the rash on your skin clears.
  • #2 Pityriasis rosea – DermNet
    https://dermnetnz.org/topics/pityriasis-rosea
    Pityriasis rosea is a self-limiting rash, which resolves in about 610 weeks. It is characterised by a large circular or oval „herald patch”, usually found on the chest, abdomen, or back. The herald patch is followed some time later, typically two weeks or so, by the development of smaller scaly oval red patches, resembling a Christmas tree, distributed mainly on the chest and back. […] Except for mild to severe itching in up to 25% of patients, no systemic symptoms are typically present during the rash phase of pityriasis rosea. A few days before the rash develops, up to 69% have flu-like symptoms eg, cough or sore throat. […] A few days to a few weeks later after the appearance of the herald patch, more scaly patches or plaques appear on the chest and back, most often appearing from the top down. A few plaques may also appear on the thighs, upper arms, and neck, but are uncommon on the face, scalp, palms, or soles.
  • #2 Pityriasis Rosea: Diagnosis and Treatment | AAFP
    https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2018/0101/p38.html
    These lesions are smaller than the herald patch and can continue to appear up to six weeks after the initial eruption. […] The mean duration of the rash is 45 days; however, it can last up to 12 weeks. […] Moderate to severe pruritus occurs in 50% of patients. […] Relapsing pityriasis rosea lacks a herald patch, and the lesions may be smaller or fewer than in the initial episode. […] The low relapse rate, between 1.8% and 3.7%, suggests the development of immunity. […] The self-limited course of pityriasis rosea allows for watchful waiting and symptomatic treatment of pruritus in most patients. […] Patients with more severe disease or those who choose active treatment should weigh the potential benefits of faster resolution against the adverse effects associated with these therapies.
  • #2 Pityriasis Rosea: Causes, Symptoms, Stages, & Treatment
    https://www.medicinenet.com/pityriasis_rosea/article.htm
    Mild, intermittent itching is reported in about 50% of individuals affected, especially when people exercise or take hot showers. […] Rarely, it is accompanied by flu-like symptoms, such as sore throat, fatigue, nausea, aching, and decreased appetite. […] The prognosis for pityriasis rosea is excellent as the rash is self-limiting and usually clears even without treatment within nine weeks. […] Symptoms may be reduced with topical treatment or taking extra precautions to prevent overheating.
  • #2 Pityriasis Rosea: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment | Apollo Hospitals
    https://www.apollohospitals.com/diseases-and-conditions/pityriasis-rosea-causes-symptoms-diagnosis-and-treatment
    Pityriasis rosea is atypical when diagnosis becomes difficult. Atypical pityriasis rosea is diagnosed when the rash has features like multiple herald patches, absence of herald patch, atypical morphology, severe itch, etc. […] In the majority of the cases, Pityriasis Rosea goes away in 8-10 weeks and it does not relapse. Also, it does not leave any scars or marks after healing. […] If Pityriasis Rosea is not given timely medical attention, then you might experience the following: Acute itching, The rash might take a longer time to recover, sometimes extend up to months (this is more common in people having dark skin), Even after the patches heal, there will be lasting scars.
  • #2 Pityriasis Rosea – Skin of Color Society
    https://skinofcolorsociety.org/discover-patients-public/patient-education/pityriasis-rosea
    Fairly common rash occurring on the chest and back in older children and adults. […] Presents as scaly pink to tan patches, sometimes itchy. […] Some individuals experience cold-like symptoms before or during the rash (fever, fatigue, headaches, sore throat, nausea, joint pain). […] Begins with a larger, scaly, oval lesion called a „herald patch” on the chest, stomach, back, upper arm, or thigh. […] Herald patch is purple or red-brown in skin of color. […] Smaller versions of the herald patch appear on the body one or two weeks later. […] Rash may be mistaken for hives or eczema. […] In children, patches are commonly found in the groin region and underarms, less commonly on the hands and feet. In darker-skinned children, the rash may occur on the face and scalp. […] Pityriasis rosea can last from a few weeks to over five months before resolving. […] Discoloration may be left behind, especially in patients with skin of color, but it usually resolves with time. […] It’s important for individuals experiencing symptoms to consult with a healthcare professional for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate management.
  • #2 Pityriasis rosea – DermNet
    https://dermnetnz.org/topics/pityriasis-rosea
    Pityriasis rosea patches and plaques usually follow the relaxed skin tension lines or cleavage lines (Langer lines) on both sides of the upper trunk. The rash has been described as looking like a Christmas tree in distribution. Worsening of the rash or a second wave of lesions is not uncommon before eventual spontaneous resolution of the eruption. In children the distribution and lesions are often atypical. […] Pityriasis rosea will resolve in about 610 weeks. Skin discolouration may persist for a few months in darker-skinned people but eventually the skin returns to its normal appearance.
  • #2 Its finally going! – signs of healing | Pityriasis Rosea | Forums
    https://patient.info/forums/discuss/its-finally-going-signs-of-healing-24538
    I had the herald patch about a month ago on my neck a week later my body was covered. Chest, neck, sides, groin area and tops of legs and arms. Was house bound for a week as unable to wear clothing and I got very down with it all knowing it could last months. After a week it started to fade rapidly and the redness disappeared, my skin started to peel and I was really pleased. Yesterday morning (five days after all redness had faded) however I noticed some of the patches looking a little redder (it could be some of the old patches inflamed again or could even be new ones). Theyre a little worse today and I have a few more. Im now dreading a fresh outbreak to follow in a few days I dont think worrying about it is helping!
  • #2 Pityriasis Rosea: Practice Essentials, Pathophysiology, Etiology
    https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1107532-overview
    Pityriasis rosea manifests as an acute, self-limiting, papulosquamous eruption with a duration of 6-8 weeks. […] Pityriasis rosea is a self-limiting, generally benign disorder for which the prognosis is excellent and the recurrence rate is low (approximately 2%). […] Pityriasis rosea usually lasts for 6-8 weeks, but can last as long as 3-6 months. Protracted cases of severe eczematous or drug-induced pityriasis rosea are referred to as pityriasis rosea perstans. […] The main morbidity is from pigmentary changes, which may develop as lesions heal, especially in black people. Both postinflammatory hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation may occur. However, lesions do not result in scars.
  • #2 Pityriasis Rosea Treatment San Diego -Christmas Tree Rash
    https://artofskinmd.com/dermatologic/other-dermatologic-conditions/pityriasis-rosea/
    Pityriasis rosea (PR) is considered a relatively common and benign skin rash thought to be caused by a viral infection. It is characterized by a single oval spot, usually on the trunk, followed by a more diffuse outbreak of the rash that occurs 1-2 weeks later. Pityriasis rosea often affects a younger population, typically those 10 to 35 years of age. There is an equal distribution of PR cases between men and women. […] Pityriasis Rosea can have a variety of symptoms with a relatively characteristic rash. Some features of PR include the following signs and symptoms: Herald Patch or Mother Patch: This is the initial presentation of PR. A single, round, salmon-colored patch with peripheral flaking called a “herald patch” or “mother patch” appears first, most typically on the trunk. Christmas Tree pattern rash: About 1-2 weeks after the herald patch appears, many similar, smaller patches erupt, typically over the trunk. They typically appear on the chest first, and then spread across the trunk over skin tension lines or “dermatomes.” This forms a Christmas tree-like pattern across the back. Inverse pattern rash: less than 10% of pityriasis rosea cases exhibit an inverse pattern, meaning the rash appears in skin folds such as the armpits or groin. Burning & Itching: about 25% of patients with pityriasis rosea will have mild to severe symptoms associated with the rash. This most often involves burning, itching, tingling, or sensitivity in the areas of the PR rash. Flu-like symptoms: It is estimated that about 10% of patients with PR experience a prodromal illness – a virus like cold or flu prior to the skin outbreak. Some sources have stated as many as 69% of patients have a viral illness prior to PR. Symptoms often include nausea, fatigue, lethargy, headache, body aches, and fever.
  • #2 Inverse Pityriasis Rosea: Symptoms, Causes, and More
    https://www.healthline.com/health/inverse-pityriasis-rosea
    Inverse pityriasis rosea may clear up on its own within around 6 to 8 weeks. […] Inverse pityriasis rosea typically lasts around 6 to 8 weeks. You should contact your doctor if it persists for longer. […] Inverse pityriasis rosea may affect the face and neck. It more commonly develops on the armpits and groin. […] Inverse pityriasis rosea is an atypical type of pityriasis rosea that causes a rash to develop on the groin or armpits. It may also affect the face and neck. […] Inverse pityriasis rosea will typically resolve on its own within 6 to 8 weeks. You can apply emollients or other topical products to manage any itchiness.
  • #2 Pityriasis Rosea – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK448091/
    The rashes of PR usually last for 5 weeks and resolve by 8 weeks in more than 80% of patients. […] Pityriasis rosea typically follows a self-limiting and benign clinical course. The condition commonly resolves spontaneously within weeks to a few months. Symptomatically, mild-to-moderate itching might accompany the rash, but the overall impact on health is minimal for most individuals. Recurrence is rare (5%), with most cases presenting as a singular occurrence in a person’s lifetime. Complications such as secondary bacterial infections due to scratching are infrequent.
  • #2 Pityriasis Rosea in Children
    https://library.southcoast.org/Conditions/Asthma/Tools/90,P01916
    Pityriasis rosea is a mild, common rash. It causes the skin to be scaly, pink, and inflamed. The rash can last from 1 to 3 months and usually leaves no lasting marks. This rash is not thought to be contagious. […] The rash often starts with a large pink or tan oval area on the chest, stomach, or back. This patch (herald patch) is often followed by smaller pink or tan patches elsewhere on the body. They often show up on the back, neck, arms, and legs. The scaly rash often begins to heal on its own in 4 to 6 weeks and will go away by 14 weeks. […] Below are other common symptoms of pityriasis rosea. But each child may experience symptoms differently. Symptoms may include: Severe tiredness (fatigue), Aches, Itching. […] Pityriasis rosea is a mild skin rash that will get better on its own. You should call your child’s healthcare provider if: Your child becomes very sick, The rash doesn’t get better or gets worse, Itching or other symptoms cause your child a lot of discomfort, Your child gets a secondary bacterial infection from scratching the rash.
  • #3 Pityriasis Rosea: Practice Essentials, Pathophysiology, Etiology
    https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1107532-overview
    Pityriasis rosea manifests as an acute, self-limiting, papulosquamous eruption with a duration of 6-8 weeks. […] Pityriasis rosea is a self-limiting, generally benign disorder for which the prognosis is excellent and the recurrence rate is low (approximately 2%). […] Pityriasis rosea usually lasts for 6-8 weeks, but can last as long as 3-6 months. Protracted cases of severe eczematous or drug-induced pityriasis rosea are referred to as pityriasis rosea perstans. […] The main morbidity is from pigmentary changes, which may develop as lesions heal, especially in black people. Both postinflammatory hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation may occur. However, lesions do not result in scars.
  • #3 Pityriasis rosea – DermNet
    https://dermnetnz.org/topics/pityriasis-rosea
    Pityriasis rosea is a self-limiting rash, which resolves in about 610 weeks. It is characterised by a large circular or oval „herald patch”, usually found on the chest, abdomen, or back. The herald patch is followed some time later, typically two weeks or so, by the development of smaller scaly oval red patches, resembling a Christmas tree, distributed mainly on the chest and back. […] Except for mild to severe itching in up to 25% of patients, no systemic symptoms are typically present during the rash phase of pityriasis rosea. A few days before the rash develops, up to 69% have flu-like symptoms eg, cough or sore throat. […] A few days to a few weeks later after the appearance of the herald patch, more scaly patches or plaques appear on the chest and back, most often appearing from the top down. A few plaques may also appear on the thighs, upper arms, and neck, but are uncommon on the face, scalp, palms, or soles.
  • #3 Pityriasis Rosea: Causes, Symptoms, Stages, & Treatment
    https://www.medicinenet.com/pityriasis_rosea/article.htm
    Mild, intermittent itching is reported in about 50% of individuals affected, especially when people exercise or take hot showers. […] Rarely, it is accompanied by flu-like symptoms, such as sore throat, fatigue, nausea, aching, and decreased appetite. […] The prognosis for pityriasis rosea is excellent as the rash is self-limiting and usually clears even without treatment within nine weeks. […] Symptoms may be reduced with topical treatment or taking extra precautions to prevent overheating.
  • #3 Pityriasis rosea | Better Health Channel
    https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/pityriasis-rosea
    Pityriasis rosea is a skin rash caused by a virus. […] It starts with a large scaled spot called a herald patch, which is then followed within a week by clusters of smaller patches. […] The rash lasts around one or two months then clears up completely. […] The signs and symptoms of pityriasis rosea include: A large single spot (herald patch) forms. The herald patch is scaled and coloured red to tan. A fine rash of small spots starts to appear within a week of the first patch appearing. The spots become small oval patches that are coloured red to tan. The patches seem crinkly and loose in the centre. The rash may be itchy. The upper body and upper arms are usually affected. The patches may follow the ribs in lines. The rash may spread to the upper thighs. Occasionally, the rash may spread to include the neck and lower face.
  • #3 Pityriasis Rosea
    https://healthlibrary.harrishealth.org/Library/NutritionalSupplements/All/85,P00305
    Pityriasis rosea is a type of skin rash. It starts with 1 large, scaly patch. It may be round or oval. This is called the herald patch. It then causes many more small patches. The rash most often appears on the chest, back, and belly. It can take 1 to 3 months to go away. But once its gone, it doesnt come back. […] Symptoms can occur a bit differently in each person. In some people, the rash shows up 1 to 2 weeks after symptoms such as: Headache, Sore throat, Nausea, Stuffy nose, Fever. The rash often starts with one large, scaly patch in the shape of a circle or oval. This is called a herald or mother patch. The patch may be pink or red if you have pale skin. It may be purple, brown, or gray if you have darker skin. It can be 1 to 2 inches wide or larger. It often appears on the chest or back.
  • #3 Pityriasis Rosea – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK448091/
    Pityriasis rosea, also known as pityriasis circinata, roseola annulata, and herpes tonsurans maculosus, is an acute self-limiting papulosquamous disorder. The hallmark features of this condition include the development of a slightly raised, oval-shaped scaly patch called a „herald patch,” followed by the emergence of multiple clusters of similar scaly oval patches within 2 weeks. These clusters typically distribute in a „Christmas tree” pattern on the trunk and proximal extremities. […] The skin eruption usually lasts 6 to 8 weeks and although it usually begins with a pathognomic herald patch, some cases are reported that may not exhibit this characteristic finding. […] PR is characterized clinically by a herald patch, or mother patch, followed by scaly oval plaques on the trunk and proximal extremities along the Langer lines of cleavage, giving a characteristic „Christmas tree” appearance. Collarette scaling is common. Pruritus is severe in 25% of cases. The herald patch is seen in 50% to 90% of patients and is located on the trunk, followed by the neck or proximal extremity. Over 1 to 2 weeks after the onset of the herald patch, a generalized skin eruption occurs, in which numerous lesions develop in crops. The eruption is usually preceded by a prodrome of a sore throat, gastrointestinal disturbance, fever, and arthralgia.
  • #3 Pityriasis Rosea
    https://healthlibrary.harrishealth.org/Library/NutritionalSupplements/All/85,P00305
    Smaller patches then show up in 1 to 2 weeks on the chest, back, belly, arms, and legs. It can also show up on the neck and face. The rash can form diagonal stripes down your back like the branches of a Christmas tree. The patches may itch, especially if your skin gets warmer during exercise or a hot shower. You may also feel tired and achy. […] The rash should go away without treatment. But it can take 1 to 3 months or longer. Once the rash goes away, it doesnt come back.
  • #3 Pityriasis Rosea – Dermatologic Disorders – Merck Manual Professional Edition
    https://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/dermatologic-disorders/psoriasis-and-scaling-diseases/pityriasis-rosea
    Pityriasis rosea most commonly occurs between ages 10 and 35. It affects women more often. […] The condition classically begins with a single, primary, 2- to 10-cm herald patch that appears on the trunk or proximal limbs. A general centripetal eruption of 0.5- to 2-cm rose- or fawn-colored oval papules and plaques follows within 7 to 14 days. The lesions have a scaly, slightly raised border (collarette) and resemble ringworm (tinea corporis). […] Most patients itch, occasionally severely. Papules may dominate with little or no scaling in children and pregnant women. […] Initially, most people develop one large scaly patch (herald patch; arrow), and within 1 to 2 weeks, smaller pink patches can occur on the trunk, arms, and legs. […] In pityriasis rosea, the initial herald patch is followed by centripetal eruption of oval papules and plaques with a slightly raised border, typically appearing along skin lines. […] Classically, lesions orient along skin lines, giving pityriasis rosea a Christmas treelike distribution when multiple lesions appear on the back. […] A prodrome of malaise, headache, and sometimes arthralgia precedes the lesions in a minority of patients.
  • #3 Pityriasis Rosea
    https://mobile.fpnotebook.com/Derm/Hyperplasia/PtyrsRs.htm
    Moderate to Severe Pruritus (25-50% of cases) […] Other symptoms present in only 5% of patients […] Viral prodrome-type constitutional symptoms may occur with mild URI symptoms […] Nervousness […] Gastrointestinal symptoms […] Herald Patch (initial presenting lesion in 80-90% of patients) […] Onset occurs 7-14 days after herald patch […] Lesions may continue to appear for up to 6 weeks after onset […] Spontaneous resolution within 6 to 8 weeks in 80% cases (range 2-12 weeks duration) […] Recurrence in less than 3%
  • #3 Pityriasis Rosea: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment | Apollo Hospitals
    https://www.apollohospitals.com/diseases-and-conditions/pityriasis-rosea-causes-symptoms-diagnosis-and-treatment
    It generally starts with a large, scaly patch that is a little raised and appears on your back, abdomen, or chest. It is a pink or reddish-coloured rash with a coarse border around it. This patch is called the mother patch or herald patch. It is generally about 2-10 centimetres (approximately 1-4 inches) in size. […] After a few days or a few weeks of appearance of the herald patch, you may see scaly rashes and spots across your back, abdomen, or chest. These are called daughter patches and often resemble the shape of a pine tree or a Christmas tree. This rash or patch can be severely itchy, particularly when it is exposed to heat or sweat. In the second stage of this condition, which is called Vesicular Pityriasis Rosea, there is an eruption of several such spots. […] Most of the people having pityriasis rosea display no other symptoms, but the rash sometimes follows a few days after an upper respiratory viral infection like cold, cough, sore throat or similar infection.
  • #3 Pityriasis rosea: Diagnosis and treatment
    https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/pityriasis-rosea-treatment
    While rare, pityriasis rosea can cause patches, spots, and other lesions inside the mouth or throat. These clear at about the same time that the rash clears. […] Once the rash clears, some people see dark or light spots on their skin where the rash once was. This is more common in people who have deeply pigmented skin. Like the rash, these spots will go away on their own. Clearing can take 6 to 12 months.
  • #3 Pityriasis Rosea (for Parents) | Nemours KidsHealth
    https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/pityriasis-rosea.html
    The herald patch might be the only sign of this condition for up to 2 to 3 weeks. As the rash grows, however, smaller spots (called „daughter” spots) can appear across the torso and on the arms and legs. The spots look almost identical on both sides of the body. These small patches are usually oval shaped and often form a pattern on the back that looks like a Christmas tree. […] Pityriasis rosea usually goes away in 1 to 2 months without any treatment. Some cases can be as short as 2 weeks, while others can last for 3 months or longer. Some kids can have dark spots on the skin even after the rash is gone and this may take more time to clear up.
  • #3 Pityriasis Rosea: Diagnosis and Treatment | AAFP
    https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2018/0101/p38.html
    These lesions are smaller than the herald patch and can continue to appear up to six weeks after the initial eruption. […] The mean duration of the rash is 45 days; however, it can last up to 12 weeks. […] Moderate to severe pruritus occurs in 50% of patients. […] Relapsing pityriasis rosea lacks a herald patch, and the lesions may be smaller or fewer than in the initial episode. […] The low relapse rate, between 1.8% and 3.7%, suggests the development of immunity. […] The self-limited course of pityriasis rosea allows for watchful waiting and symptomatic treatment of pruritus in most patients. […] Patients with more severe disease or those who choose active treatment should weigh the potential benefits of faster resolution against the adverse effects associated with these therapies.
  • #3 Pityriasis Rosea Treatment San Diego -Christmas Tree Rash
    https://artofskinmd.com/dermatologic/other-dermatologic-conditions/pityriasis-rosea/
    Pityriasis rosea (PR) is considered a relatively common and benign skin rash thought to be caused by a viral infection. It is characterized by a single oval spot, usually on the trunk, followed by a more diffuse outbreak of the rash that occurs 1-2 weeks later. Pityriasis rosea often affects a younger population, typically those 10 to 35 years of age. There is an equal distribution of PR cases between men and women. […] Pityriasis Rosea can have a variety of symptoms with a relatively characteristic rash. Some features of PR include the following signs and symptoms: Herald Patch or Mother Patch: This is the initial presentation of PR. A single, round, salmon-colored patch with peripheral flaking called a “herald patch” or “mother patch” appears first, most typically on the trunk. Christmas Tree pattern rash: About 1-2 weeks after the herald patch appears, many similar, smaller patches erupt, typically over the trunk. They typically appear on the chest first, and then spread across the trunk over skin tension lines or “dermatomes.” This forms a Christmas tree-like pattern across the back. Inverse pattern rash: less than 10% of pityriasis rosea cases exhibit an inverse pattern, meaning the rash appears in skin folds such as the armpits or groin. Burning & Itching: about 25% of patients with pityriasis rosea will have mild to severe symptoms associated with the rash. This most often involves burning, itching, tingling, or sensitivity in the areas of the PR rash. Flu-like symptoms: It is estimated that about 10% of patients with PR experience a prodromal illness – a virus like cold or flu prior to the skin outbreak. Some sources have stated as many as 69% of patients have a viral illness prior to PR. Symptoms often include nausea, fatigue, lethargy, headache, body aches, and fever.
  • #4 Pityriasis rosea – Wikipedia
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pityriasis_rosea
    Pityriasis rosea is a type of skin rash. Classically, it begins with a single red and slightly scaly area known as a „herald patch”. This is then followed, days to weeks later, by an eruption of many smaller scaly spots; pinkish with a red edge in people with light skin and greyish in darker skin. It usually lasts less than three months and goes away without treatment. Sometimes malaise or a fever may occur before the start of the rash or itchiness, but often there are few other symptoms. […] The symptoms of this condition include: Recent upper respiratory tract infections in 869% of patients have been reported by some studies. Occasionally, prodromal flu-like symptoms, including headache, joint pain, mild fever, and fatigue, as well as gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, diarrhea, or vomiting, and feeling generally unwell, precede other symptoms. In most cases, a single, 2 to 10 cm (1″ to 4″) oval red „herald” patch appears, classically on the trunk or neck, having an appearance similar to ringworm. After the herald patch appears, usually some days or weeks later, a rash of many small (5-10 mm; 1/4″ to 1/2″) pink or red, flaky, oval or round spots appear. They follow the skin’s cleavage lines, which on the upper chest and back produce a characteristic „christmas-tree” distribution. About one in four people with PR have mild to severe symptomatic itching. The itching is often non-specific, and worsens if scratched. This tends to fade as the rash develops and does not usually last through the entire course of the disease.
  • #4 Pityriasis rosea – BAD Patient Hub
    https://www.skinhealthinfo.org.uk/condition/pityriasis-rosea/
    Pityriasis rosea is a common rash that is usually mild and lasts about 6 to 8 weeks. […] People with pityriasis rosea usually feel fine, though they may be slightly unwell just before the rash starts, with a mild headache and fever, and the rash can be slightly itchy or mildly uncomfortable. […] The first sign of pityriasis rosea is usually a single scaly pink (or brown in darker skinned people) patch, which is known as a herald patch because it comes up a few days or weeks before the rash spreads. […] A week or two later, a more widespread scaly patchy rash usually appears on the body in a pattern resembling the branches of a Fir tree. […] These patches appear in crops, then slowly fade over the next 6-8 weeks. […] In people with skin of colour, the patches may leave areas of darker or lighter pigmentation that may last for several months or longer before fading.
  • #4 Pityriasis Rosea: Diagnosis and Treatment | AAFP
    https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2018/0101/p38.html
    Pityriasis rosea is a common self-limiting rash that usually starts with a herald patch on the trunk and progresses along the Langer lines to a generalized rash over the trunk and limbs. […] The herald patch is an erythematous lesion with an elevated border and depressed center. The generalized rash usually presents two weeks after the herald patch. Patients can develop general malaise, fatigue, nausea, headaches, joint pain, enlarged lymph nodes, fever, and sore throat before or during the course of the rash. […] Prodromal symptoms (e.g., general malaise, fatigue, nausea, headaches, joint pain, enlarged lymph nodes, fever, sore throat) present before or during the course of the rash in 69% of patients. […] The generalized rash, also known as the secondary eruption, presents on the trunk along the Langer lines and may extend to the upper arms and upper thighs.
  • #4 Inverse Pityriasis Rosea: Symptoms, Causes, and More
    https://www.healthline.com/health/inverse-pityriasis-rosea
    Inverse pityriasis rosea usually causes a rash on the armpits, groin, neck, or face. The rash may clear up on its own, and medications such as antihistamines can help with itching. […] Inverse pityriasis rosea causes a rash that usually affects the armpits or groin. It may also affect the neck or face. […] The appearance of the rash can differ for each person, but it may develop in the following way: An oval or round slightly raised patch, or herald patch, develops. It may look pink, salmon, gray, violet, or brown. Within a few days to 2 weeks, the rash may grow to around 1 inch in diameter. Within 1 to 2 weeks of the herald patch appearing, smaller patches may appear elsewhere on the skin. Some people may then develop itchiness and flu-like symptoms. The rash will typically clear on its own within 6 to 8 weeks. Once the rash resolves, you may notice patches or spots on your skin that are lighter or darker than your natural skin color.
  • #4 Pityriasis Rosea – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK448091/
    The rashes of PR usually last for 5 weeks and resolve by 8 weeks in more than 80% of patients. […] Pityriasis rosea typically follows a self-limiting and benign clinical course. The condition commonly resolves spontaneously within weeks to a few months. Symptomatically, mild-to-moderate itching might accompany the rash, but the overall impact on health is minimal for most individuals. Recurrence is rare (5%), with most cases presenting as a singular occurrence in a person’s lifetime. Complications such as secondary bacterial infections due to scratching are infrequent.