How to cure a rash asap! Possibly pityriasis rosea?

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My rash first started out as a few tiny little bumps...which soon grew into a million more bumps all over my body: on my neck, my arms, stomach, back and legs. I went to the docotor and he BELEIVES it is pityriasis rosea.
My prom is comming up and I dont know how i will wear my dress with these disgusting bumps :(
Please help!

Thank you.
Pityriasis rosea usually resolves on it's own but it can take a month or two. Oatmeal baths can help a bit and also cool compresses. Many think it's due to a virus. Don't use hot water when you shower or take baths. I know it must be frustrating.

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Anyone know any thing about the skin fungus pityriasis versicolor?

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My boyfriend has it and we know all about it and what it is. The doctor recomended using selsun blue on it for a week. Has anyone ever had this skin ailment or know any other remedies to clear it up?
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Treatment for tinea versicolor depends upon the overall health, age and medical history of the infected person. Since tinea versicolor is caused by fungus, you can apply OTC antifungal creams twice daily. Apply antidandruff shampoo that contains selenium sulfide on the patches. Take bath daily, this will remove dead cells and fungus from your skin.  (+ info)

Anyone know anything Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris?

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I've been diagnosed with it but can't afford the treatment. Wondering if anyone knows of any OTC or home remedies. It's bad and I'm miserable. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
If you have access to Borage (the herb) leaves, make a strong tea of it and apply the tea to the affected area as a compress, or dab it on with a bit of cotton

It slows down the skin cell multiplication - not as good as the prescription stuff, but better than nothing.  (+ info)

What cream do I use to get rid of the scars left on my skin from Pityriasis rosea.?

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What cream do I use to get rid of the scars left on my skin from Pityriasis rosea.?
whitening cream/fading cream is not working. Please someone suggest something to me. Never had good skin to begin with, but this just makes my self esteem very low. Cause now I can't even wear short sleeves, short, skirt, etc.
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Does anyone know any home remedies or any other cure for pityriasis rosea?

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Your help will be highly appreciated! Thank you!
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http://www.ask.com/web?qsrc=2417&o=101881&l=dis&q=pityriasis+rosea+home+remedies  (+ info)

Can you get pityriasis rosea more than once?

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I had it around 9 years ago and now I have what looks like a herald patch. I also have had a cold about the time the patch showed up on my tummy.
speak to your doctor babe  (+ info)

How do you get rid of Pityriasis Rosea?

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I have had this for about 5 - 6 weeks and I hate it. Does anyone know how to get rid of it as I have got to go swimming next week, and it looks awful!!
And yes, I have seen a doctor about it already, and they only gave me lotion to stop the itching. I am just looking for some way to actually get rid of it completely.
Thank you!!
Unfortunately, it's really up to your body to get rid of it, as it is felt to be due to a virus infection. However, sunlight has been shown to help, as has topical cortisone lotions or creams.  (+ info)

So I have pityriasis rosea, does anyone know any treatment, besides waiting it out?

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I'm an avid runner and the doctor said I can't get overheated and run for at least 5 weeks. I am going to go crazy! Help?
One web site said it was fungal based. I've had luck on skin fungal problems with any of the athletes foot creams mixed with hydrocortisone. Available at any drugstore, OTC.  (+ info)

Are nausea, vomiting, and headaches associated with pityriasis rosea?

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I have pityriasis rosea, and for the past few days I was nauseous, throwing up, and had really bad headaches, and I as wondering if pityriasis rosea was the cause.
The symptoms you have described are the symptoms of many diseases including meningitis, middle ear infection and hangover from excessive drinking. I do not get the impression that anyone of these applies to you.

The signs and symptoms of pityriasis rosea are as follows:
1. A large single spot (herald patch) forms.
2. The herald patch is scaled and coloured red to tan.
3. A fine rash of small spots starts to appear within a week of the first patch appearing.
4. The spots become small oval patches that are coloured red to tan.
5. The patches seem crinkly and loose in the centre.
6. The rash may be itchy.
7. The upper body and upper arms are usually affected.
8. The patches may follow the ribs in lines.
9. The rash may spread to the upper thighs.
10. Occasionally, the rash may spread to include the neck and lower face.

Pityriasis rosea is a viral infection. The virus has recently been identified as one of the herpes viruses. Children and young adults are more susceptible, for reasons unknown. Recurrences are rare - a person who develops the skin rash has only a two per cent chance of experiencing it again. Pityriasis rosea doesn’t seem to be highly contagious, but other members of the household may prefer to practise more stringent personal hygiene just for peace of mind.

Diagnosis methods:
Pityriasis rosea can be mistaken for skin conditions such as tinea (a fungal skin infection also known as ringworm) or psoriasis, so careful diagnosis is needed. Other less common illnesses, such as syphilis, may also cause a similar rash. A skin biopsy of one of the patches may be taken for laboratory analysis.

Treatment options:
It is not possible to make the rash disappear any faster, so treatment aims to manage the symptoms. Options may include:
Avoid using soap as this can irritate the rash.
Bathe using plain water or some kind of moisturiser, such as bath oil.
Steroid creams can be used to help reduce itching.
Oral antihistamines may help in cases of severe itching.
Mild moisturising creams can be applied generously and often.
Some cases may respond to ultraviolet light, so mild sunshine may be beneficial. However, avoid sunburn and don’t stay in the sun too long. Early morning or late afternoon are the best times.
Phototherapy using UVB ultraviolet light may be helpful.  (+ info)

My 34 year old grandson was diagnosed with pityraisis lichenoides. Is there a natural remedy?

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I have never herd of any. But the condition is not life threatening so just try light therapy or take the antibiotics that are prescribed   (+ info)

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