Pityriasis Rosea

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  • Facts:
    Idiopathic rash seen in adults
  • History / PE:
    Herald patch
    Followed by many itching similar lesions
    "Christmas tree" pattern on back
  • Treatment:
    Reassurance
    Usually remits spontaneously after 1 month
  • Differential Diagnosis:
    Syphilis
    Tinea-type infection



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July 10th 2010