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I was diagnosed with pityriasis rosea almost 6 weeks ago. Apparently it takes 6-8 weeks to disappear, but I keep finding new spots every time I shower, new red spots seem to pop up. The first ones I got seem to keep changing. Does anyone know what these spots are meant to look like before they just disappear?
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well I just diagnosed myself with this because I found a picture that looks EXACTLY like what I have on my left forearm. I've had this for about 2 weeks but it's just on my arm as far as I'm aware of.
It faded into smaller, tan circle and now has 3 little tiny pinkish bumps around it. HOPEFULLY it's getting better!
March 25, 2015 - 10:23pmThis Comment
So heres my story ...
March 22, 2015 - 8:17pmI noticed this flat red spot,sorta big, on my upper leg/lower stomache on the left and didn't think anything of it really and then maybe a wk later I broke out on the left side on my ribs and stomache it was SO ITCHY and I didn't know what it was I thought maybe it was an allergic reaction to body wash or lotion so I quit using all that. Nothing helped. I thought maybe it was hives or something so I went to the doctor and she didn't no what it was she thought maybe it was eczema so she prescribed steroids and a fungal cream none of that worked. I covered myself in coconut oil and peppermint oil and took soda baths and saltwater baths and that didn't seem to help much. Calamine lotion seemed to ease the itching a little. So I did some research and I diagnosed myself to having pityriasis rosea. I Think I've had it for about 3 or 31/2 wks and I'm going crazy!!!! Today I put rubbing alcohol on it and it seemed to make them look dark or like ther fading but I'm not getting my hopes up.(it's now on my upper legs,both sides of my stomache up to my armpits,and on my back).if it Is pityriasis rosea I think I'm going to go to the tanning bed to see if that will help! This site has been really helpful!
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To the above Story, i have had PR now for just under 3 months, the first few weeks/month was tragic i wouldn't wear short sleeved shirts or shorts, i have spent about £100 on prescriptions and creams etc even bath salts but in all honesty just let it run its course. do not go on sunbeds as this did nothing but swell up my PR and made it go bright red. do you drink tea or coffee, if so change your Milk. i haven't had milk now for a week and it seems to be fading. i wish you all the best my friend. Chris
April 17, 2015 - 2:00amThis Comment
I have PR and out of all the comments yours most reminded
Me of my case. Milk, you mentioned milk! I recently diagnosed myself as being a lactose intolerant individual. I've been drinking lactaide milk. Why did you mention milk in your comment? What affects can milk have to PR
THANKs!
April 22, 2015 - 6:43pmThis Comment
No I did not go in sun beds then because I was too scared it would make it worse instead of better. Praise the Lord , I can now say they are gone! They left a little bit of scarring behind but I don't even care at this point. No I don't drink tea or coffee and I did buy cashew milk and I drink that a lot or jis mix it w regular milk .. But I did go off of sugar. This may not help everyone but I think it did help me. Hope you get over it soon!! -God bless
April 17, 2015 - 9:41amThis Comment
I noticed my herald lesion about 10 days ago. Within 48 hours, I had full blown rash all over my tummy, back, breasts, a few on my upper arms, neck, and upper legs. Some bumps were bigger, some were tiny specks that seemed to come and go depending on how heated my body was. My skin was burning and so itchy. I was taking Benadryl around the clock and smothering every and any OTC cream I could get my hands on to minimize the itching. Being that my father is a retired physician, I knew with 99% certainty that I had the "pity." My unsympathetic dermatologist confirmed the diagnosis at seven days in. He offered no help but to give me some slightly more intense cream. I was disheartened and angry. I decided to try what some of the ladies on this forum suggested... Washing with Selsun Blue and hitting the tanning salon. I signed up for a free trial week. I am thrilled to report that after two 10 minute sessions, the rash has started to dry up, rarely itches, and is significantly less noticeable. Being a mommy of a four year old and an elementary school teacher, I am thrilled that I feel like I am beating this thing so I can enjoy spring break with my daughter. The one thing I suggest you stay away from besides the sweating is chlorine. I swam twice and each time, the redness, rash, and itching was intensified severely after. TRY THE TANNING SALON IF YOU HAVE NOT! No dermatologist is going to tell you to go to one, but they probably have never suffered the wrath of the "pity" and have no business telling you to just wait it out when there is something to help!
March 22, 2015 - 7:30pmThis Comment
Hi everyone, I'm a 17 year old girl who is also suffering from this awful rash. I just got diagnosed about 2 days ago. And when the doctor told me there was absolutely nothing she could do for me but to tell me to wait it out, I had a meltdown. I am nearing the end of my second week with the outbreak and every morning I wake up I seem to have yet a few more on my torso, now spreading down my arms. I really need for me to have my normal skin back because I am a dancer and have an EXTREMELY important event coming up next Thursday and I need to look my absolute best. i have done the most research on this evil rash that I can possibly do. I see a lot of people try tanning.. Unfortunately skin cancer runs in the family so that will not be an option for me. I am desperate for help so if anyone can give me any other information on how to get rid of these red itchy bumps I would be forever grateful... Thank you all so much
March 19, 2015 - 5:43pmThis Comment
I am 18 and have had the rash for the past 2-2.5 weeks; been to my college health clinic twice with only misdiagnosis to show for both visits, so I have resulted to the internet. I've found several sources that suggested using head and shoulders and normal hydrocortizone cream. I can't say for myself that it works, as I only started it today, but it may be worth a try in your case. I wish you the best!
April 19, 2015 - 3:26pmThis Comment
Hi,
I am also a college student and I'm in the same stage as you. I have been using the head and shoulders as well as the hydrocortisone cream and I've noticed nothing. I'm on my second day but I didn't see any results, hate to say it. If you see any results post it! Just wanted to say I feel your pain....
April 19, 2015 - 6:21pmThis Comment
This is a late reply, but here are some tips. I wrote a lengthy comment about this that I'll summarize.
I had a very severe case of PR. I am extremely pale, so tanning salons were just not a healthy option for me. I would recommend 1) not getting hot or sweaty if you can avoid this. Heat makes PR worse. Also, don't take hot showers. 2) Wear loose clothes. I also highly recommend wearing a cotton bra or no bra. 3) Boost your immune system. I drank lots of liver detox or dandelion tea. I took Sambucal, which is elderberry extract. Daily vitamins, biotin, etc. 4) Wash with dandruff shampoo. This might sting. Also, I started using a Dead Sea mud soap from One with Nature, and it felt wonderful on my skin. 5) Use a good lotion. The raw shea butter lotion from Nubian Heritage was wonderful. It also helps with the itch during the healing process. Every night, cover yourself with coconut oil and drink the recommended dose (if you can stand the flavor). 6) Try not to scratch or feel too down about it.
When the spots begin to heal, they will become a bit of a dull red. The spots will slow down or stop spreading completely. They will flatten and expand. Then, they will peel or flake off. This is when it is most itchy.
I hope you'll see improvement soon.
March 28, 2015 - 1:17pmThis Comment