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Pityriasis rosea

...... rosea occurs most commonly in the fall and spring. It is believed to be caused by a virus. Although pityriasis rosea may occur in more than one person in a household at a time, it is not... Read more »

Pityriasis rosea

...However, care must be taken to avoid sunburn. Support Groups Expectations (prognosis) Pityriasis rosea usually goes away within 6 - 12 weeks. Recurrences are unusual. ... Read more »

Pityriasis rosea

...redness or inflammation Signs and tests Your health care provider can usually diagnose pityriasis rosea by the way the rash looks. A blood test may be needed to rule out a form of... Read more »

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...(may or may not itch) Superficial skin infections such as folliculitis and impetigo Pityriasis rosea Psoriasis Seborrheic dermatitis ... Read more »

Pityriasis rubra pilaris

Pityriasis rubra pilaris is a skin disorder that causes constant inflammation and scaling (exfoliation) of the skin. The cause is unknown. Causes, incidence, and risk factors ... Read more »

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