Pityriasis Rosea (P.R.)
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Transient eruption that tends to occur on the trunk of young adults. The first sign is usually a large red scaly plaque (Herald patch), followed later by smaller oval scaly plaques. The eruption lasts 3-8 weeks.
Diagnosis
Clinical, however may be mimicked by syphilis (check RPR).
Pathology
Unknown etiology.
Principles of Therapy
No therapy needed. If symptomatic, topical steroids or UV light may be helpful.
Category: Dermatology Notes
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