Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
What is the easiest way to treat pityriasis rosea?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Pityriasis rosea: It will get better without treatment. However, ultraviolet light often speeds up clearing.
Answered 4/17/2013
5.5k views
Time: Treatments for pityriasis rosea (pr) can help ease symptoms or shorten the duration. For example steroids creams & ointments can help ease itching and decrease redness. Itching can also be reduced with the use of antihistamines. The duration of pr may also be shortened by one to two weeks by taking antiviral drugs such as Acyclovir (zovirax). However, pr usually resolves on its own (2-4 wks).
Answered 1/7/2019
5.5k views
Related Questions
A member asked:
How do I treat pityriasis alba for my 8 year old? I am afraid he will be embarrassed in school. The discoloration is around his cheeks arm neck
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Ive been diagnosed with pityriasis rosea and go acyclovir. I also heard that lysine could help stop the progression of the rash (off-brand). What other ways can I treat the rash?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
My doctor is unsure whether I have pityriasis rosea or scabies. He treated me for both but none of them helped the intense itch/rash. suggestions?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
