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Rash, Scaly And Raised On Upper Body. Cause?
i am 72 years old and I have a rash that don't itch but is raised and scaly that is on most of my upper body near my hair, all on my face , some on my back, and chest . Could someone please help me . tell me what is wrong with me. I have had this for 3-4 weeks now and it just seems to be getting worse not going away. Can anyone tell me what this is thank you and I appreciate it . look forward on hearing from you. sincerely L.L.S
Wed, 25 Sep 2013
Hi i think it is pityriasis rosea.it is caused by picorna virus.it presents as nonitchy raised scaly lesions which have scales over the periphery .there will be herald patch or mother patch.it is usually preceded by upper respiratory tract infection.it can be cured by azithromycin 500 mg daily once for three days .calamine lotion in the morning.moiste with flutivate ointment in the night
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