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How can i stop the itching from pityriasis rosea?
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Difficult: Try: apap antihistamines cool compresses.
Answered 10/4/2016
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Maybe not PR: Pr is not usually very itchy. Topical steroids, oral antihistamines, and applying cool compresses can all help with itching. Usually pr goes away in 6-8 weeks.
Answered 3/26/2013
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