Table of contents:
- Definition
- What is pityriasisrosea?
- How common is pityriasisrosea?
- Signs & symptoms
- What are the signs and symptoms of pityriasisrosea?
- When should I see a doctor?
- Cause
- What causes pityriasisrosea?
- Risk factors
- What increases my risk for pityriasisrosea?
- Medicines & Medicines
- What are my treatment options for pityriasisrosea?
- What are the usual tests for pityriasisrosea?
- Home remedies
- What are some lifestyle changes or home remedies that can be done to treat pityriasisrosea?
Definition
What is pityriasisrosea?
Pityriasisrosea is a common skin rash. This rash is usually mottled and has a circular or oval shape about 2.5 to 5 cm in size. This rash generally appears on the chest, stomach, or back. The spots that appear are often red, pink, and scaly around. These spots usually disappear after 2-8 weeks without scarring but sometimes it can take longer. This rash is not a contagious disease.
How common is pityriasisrosea?
This disease usually affects men more often than women at the age of 10-35 years. You can reduce your chances of developing this condition if you avoid risk factors. Please discuss with your doctor for more information.
Signs & symptoms
What are the signs and symptoms of pityriasisrosea?
Most patients do not have any symptoms. However, you may feel a little itchiness on the part of the rash. Other symptoms may include fatigue, fever, headache, and sore throat. In most cases, these symptoms will go away when the rash starts to appear.
In addition, there are also some characteristics and symptoms that are not mentioned above. If you have the same complaint, please consult a doctor.
When should I see a doctor?
If you have signs or symptoms that persist and don't go away, please consult your doctor. Status and condition can vary from person to person, so always discuss with your doctor about the best method of diagnosis, treatment and treatment for you.
Cause
What causes pityriasisrosea?
Pityriasisrosea tends to occur in fall or spring. At this time, scientists have not determined the cause. There is ample evidence that this disease can occur due to infection with a virus, especially by the virus that causes herpes, but not the virus that causes genital herpes.
Risk factors
What increases my risk for pityriasisrosea?
As to the cause, the factors that increase the risk of Pityriasis rosea are poorly understood. However, children are less likely to be threatened with this disease than adults. Contact your doctor if you have questions or concerns. The absence of risk does not mean that you are free from possible exposure to distractions. The features and symptoms listed are for reference only. You need to consult a doctor for more information.
Medicines & Medicines
The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor.
What are my treatment options for pityriasisrosea?
If you only experience mild symptoms of Pityriasisrosea, you may not need treatment as they usually go away on their own after 2-8 weeks. If needed, the doctor will prescribe a skin cream such as hydrocortisone to treat the irritation. You can use histamine medications to reduce itching.
In addition, maintaining daily body hygiene, gentle bathing, plenty of sun exposure (especially in the morning) or other light therapy can also help heal the rash.
What are the usual tests for pityriasisrosea?
Your doctor will make a diagnosis based on the symptoms you have. In some cases, the doctor may do a blood test to make sure that there are no symptoms of another disease (such as syphilis). In addition, the doctor will also perform a biopsy (skin sampling) of the skin to confirm the diagnosis.
Home remedies
What are some lifestyle changes or home remedies that can be done to treat pityriasisrosea?
The following are forms of a healthy lifestyle and home remedies that can help you deal with Pityriasisrosea:
- Always follow the doctor's instructions, do not use drugs without a prescription and do not stop taking drugs without the doctor's permission
- Schedule re-examinations to control the progress of your symptoms and health condition
If you have any questions, consult your doctor for the best solution to your problem.