How to Cure Pityriasis Rosea

Pityriasis Rosea is a skin condition that starts with one large patch on your back or stomach. Shortly after that patch erupts, a rash of smaller patches develops on torso, arms, neck or thighs. The rash can last anywhere from several weeks to several months. Unfortunately, there is no real way to cure Pityriasis Rosea. That said, there are things you can do to treat Pityriasis Rosea and make living with it more tolerable.

Things You'll Need

• Antihistamine
• Calamine Lotion
• Hydrocortisone
• Zinc Oxide Cream

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Instructions

• 1

  Take an antihistamine to control the itching or uncomfortable symptoms of Pityriasis Rose. An over-the-counter antihistamine like Benadryl, Zyrtec or Claritan should help.

• 2

  Apply Calamine lotion to your rash to help ease the itching an discomfort. You can also try other anti-itch creams like Aveeno oatmeal lotion or bath.

• 3

  Applying hydrocortisone or zinc oxide cream can also help tame the rash from Pityriasis Rosea. Both of these things can be found in any local drug store. Zinc oxide is in most diaper rash ointments.

• 4

  Get a diagnosis from your physician or a dermatologist. Any time you have an unusual rash, it is best that you get a confirmed diagnosis to rule out more serious ailments.