September 21st, 2008 by admin

Pityriasis rosea is a mild disease that causes scaling, inflammation and a pink coloration on the skin. 
Pityriasis rosea is possibly caused by an infectious agent, despite the fact that so far has not been identified yet. It can occur at any age but is most common in young adults. Usually appears during spring and fall.
 
 Symptoms
 Pityriasis rosea begins as a zone of pink, red or light tan that doctors call heraldic plate or motherboard. This area rounded or oval often appears on the trunk. Within a period of 5 to 10 days, many boards are similar, although smaller on other body parts. These secondary plates are more frequent in the trunk, especially along the column and on both sides of the same. Most people with psoriasis symptoms barely pink and eruptions are not particularly pruriginosas. However, in some cases it produces fatigue, headache and, occasionally, an itchy nuisance.
 
 Treatment
 The rash usually disappears within 4 to 5 weeks without treatment, despite the fact that sometimes lasts 2 months or more. Sunlight can be pityriasis pink eliminate more quickly and relieve the itching. A cream containing menthol can reduce the itching. Very rarely prescribe oral corticosteroids for use if the itching is intense.