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Pityriasis Rosea

Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026

Facts
- Facts you should know about pityriasis rosea
- Where can I find more information and facts about pityriasis rosea?
Stages
- What is pityriasis rosea? What are the stages of pityriasis rosea?
Risk Factors
- Who gets pityriasis rosea?
Causes
- What causes pityriasis rosea? Is pityriasis rosea contagious?
Signs & Symptoms
- What are pityriasis rosea symptoms and signs?
Diagnosis
- How do health care professionals make a diagnosis of pityriasis rosea?
- What are some common misdiagnoses of pityriasis rosea?
Treatment
- What are treatment options for pityriasis rosea? How long does pityriasis rosea last?
- What home remedies can I use for pityriasis rosea?
During Pregnancy
- Is pityriasis rosea dangerous during pregnancy?
Prevention
- Is it possible to prevent pityriasis rosea?
Prognosis
- What is the prognosis for pityriasis rosea?

Facts you should know about pityriasis rosea

Picture of pityriasis rosea on the torso; photo courtesy of Gary W. Cole, MD, FAAD

Pityriasis Rosea

Facts you should know about pityriasis rosea

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