Pityriasis Rosea - Symptoms

Symptoms

• An afflicted person may initially feel like he is going to catch a cold.
• Eventually a solitary, red-colored, scaly rash may appear on the stomach or on the back. This is referred to as a 'herald patch'. If the patch shows up on the back it might resemble a Christmas tree.

• Weeks later, smaller-sized spots may appear on other parts of the body. These lesions will develop along the cleavage lines.
• The rash seen in individuals affected by pityriasis rosea can resemble the rash seen in ringworm, eczema, syphilis or psoriasis.
• Sometime there may be a bout of widespread eruption of rash throughout the body. PR affects the back, chest, neck, abdomen, upper arms, and legs.
• Physical activities, like jogging or a warm-water bath may cause the rash to aggravate.
• The rash may fade away within two months time, but may sometimes last longer.
• Sometimes other symptoms, like fatigue and aches, may bother the affected person
• The affected individuals may experience excessive itching.

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