Iqra10 months ago

Pityriasis Rosacea

Pityriasis rosea, a rash that usually appears on the torso, upper arms, thighs, or neck, may sound worse than it really is. The condition has a name that’s hard to say: pit-ih-RIE-uh-sis ROW-zee-ah. But it’s common and fairly easy to treat. The condition is sometimes called "Christmas tree rash." Though its exact cause is still unknown, doctors think the rash is related to a viral infection, possibly some forms of herpes. It generally affects children, teens, and adults in their 20s, though it can affect people of any age. It also may affect you if you’re pregnant. It’s not contagious and, in most people, does not leave marks or scars after it heals.