Description:

It is rare for anyone over 60 to have pityriasis rosea. When it happens in this age group, it could linger for several more months. Severe skin reactions can occasionally be brought on by the illness. Some people with this illness may experience intense itching, particularly if they become too hot. On occasion, additional symptoms including fatigue and pain may also exist. The rash often goes away in six weeks, but it can occasionally linger much longer. The rash may get momentarily worse or resurface after engaging in physical activity, such as running or jogging, or after taking a hot bath. The patches may occasionally resurface up to a few weeks following the initial incident. This can go on for several months.

Cause:

The aetiology of pityriasis rosea is unknown to researchers. However, bacteria or viruses could be to blame. Prior to the rash, some people may have a cold. Who might develop  pityriasis? Pregnant women and those aged 10 to 35 are the groups most likely to have the rash.

Symptoms:

Usually, the rash begins as a single, big, oval- or circle-shaped patch of scaling skin. This is known as a mother patch or herald patch. If you have pale skin, the patch could be pink or red. If you have a darker skin tone, it could be purple, brown, or grey. It might have a width of up to two inches or more. It frequently shows up on the back or chest. Then, in one to two weeks, smaller spots on the arms, legs, back, abdomen, and chest appear. It may also manifest on the face and neck. Your back may develop diagonal rash lines that resemble Christmas tree limbs. The areas could hurt, especially if you work out or take a hot shower and your skin grows warmer. Also possible are aches and fatigue. Each person may experience symptoms slightly differently. In certain individuals, the rash appears one to two weeks following symptoms like: Headache a sore throat emesis aches and pains Congested nose fever

Ayurvadic Treatment:

Vamanam, Virechanam, Kashya vasti, Lepanam, Swedanam, Shirodhara, Shiroabhyangam, Shiro picchu

Naturopathy Treatment:

Athapa snanam, Mud Therapy, Steam bath, Hip bath, Enema, Immersion bath , Acupuncture, Cupping Therapy