Pityriasis Rosea
-
predominantly affects children / young adults
-
mild prodromal illness
-
herald patch
-
few days later sudden eruption of pink, oval patches on
trunk, thighs, upper arms
-
"Christmas tree" distribution
-
scale peels inside to edge
-
disappears in 6-8 weeks
-
mild topical steroids may relieve irritation but often not
necessary
|