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Suggest Treatment For Non-itchy Rashes On The Shoulders

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Posted on Thu, 7 Jul 2016
Question: I just noticed this rash all over my shoulders and back. It doesn't itch or hurt but they are small redish spots less than a cm in diameter all over. I have attached pictures of them. I hope they are good enough for a diagnosis. I'm also currently recovering from a cold. What are they?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (32 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Pityriasis roseae

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query and photograph.
You have developed pityriasis roseae.
It's an allergic reaction.
I treat such cases with a mild steroid lotion like desonide to be applied twice daily for a week.
It is safe and effective and usually available over the counter.
This should help you.
There is nothing to worry.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.
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Suggest Treatment For Non-itchy Rashes On The Shoulders

Brief Answer: Pityriasis roseae Detailed Answer: Hello Thanks for the query and photograph. You have developed pityriasis roseae. It's an allergic reaction. I treat such cases with a mild steroid lotion like desonide to be applied twice daily for a week. It is safe and effective and usually available over the counter. This should help you. There is nothing to worry. Let me know if you have any other doubts. Thank you.