Pityriasis roseaFrom our partner site on diet & exercise, MyDietExercise.com.
If symptoms are mild, no treatment may be needed. Gentle bathing, mild lubricants or creams, or mild hydrocortisone creams may be used to soothe inflammation. Oral antihistamines may be used to reduce itching. Moderate sun exposure or ultraviolet light treatment may help speed resolution of lesions. However, care must be taken to avoid sunburn. Expectations (prognosis): advertisement Pityriasis rosea usually goes away within 6 - 12 weeks. Recurrences are unusual. Calling your health care provider: Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you have symptoms of this disorder.
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