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Will my pityriasis rosea come back?

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Dr. Carla Enriquez answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Since a virus, no : Pityriasis rosacea is thought to be a viral infection with skin rash. It's self limited. Rarely recurs. No treatment necessary unless itch is bothersome.

Dr Lewy-Weiss agreed

Answered 5/23/2014

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