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I was diagnosed with pityriasis rosea. i get itchy red patches all over, including bottoms of feet. it is normal to get them on your feet?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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IT's a bit: ""unusual" because the rash usually has a "Christmas Tree" Distribution ...body primarily! However about 6% of cases rash is on extremities primarily! Hope this is helpful! Dr Z

Answered 5/14/2017

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A member asked:

I was diagnosed with pityriasis rosea. i get itchy red patches all over, including bottoms of feet. it is normal to get them on your feet?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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