What is pityriasis rosea? How do you get ?How do you get rid of it? Is it contagious?
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Pityriasis rosea ia an acute inflammatory skin disease of unknown origin, marked by a macular eruption on the trunk, obliquely to the ribs, and on the upper extremities.  The initial patch appears in nore than half the cases.  In a few days it enlarges to several centimeters.  Then, within 2 to 2 days secondary eruptions occur.  They are rose-red and somewhat scaly with a clearing in the center, or reddish ring-shaped patches symetrically distributed over the limbs.  The symptoms disappear spontaneously within 2 to 10 weeks.  Treatment consists of the local application of antipuritics.
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I would say: see a doctor. however. I have had this before. and the doctor said its a bacteria caused by wearing new or long-time stored clothes because you have sensitive skin it's not dangerous and it  will go away eventually however he gave me some kind of cream to put on the spots it will get rid of them faster. and he also told me to wash every thing I buy from the stores b4 wearing it. \nif you have insurance. see the doctor
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It could be eczema--a non-contagious condition caused by allergies, genetics, and/or stress.\n\nA doctor can diagnose whether it's eczema or something else that is contagious (you'll want to get that checked out to be sure you don't have something contagious).\n\nTry using Lanacane and use cortisone cream sparingly (cortisone gives longer relief, but the hormones in  cortisone creams are not good for you in the long run, so go back forth between the non-cortisone creams and the cortisone creams).\n\nAll the best to you!
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Ringworm is a contagious fungus infection that can affect the scalp, the body, the feet (athlete's foot), or the nails.\n\nPeople can get Ringworm from: 1) direct skin-to-skin contact with an infected person or pet, 2) indirect contact with an object or surface that an infected person or pet has touched, or 3) rarely, by contact with soil. \nRingworm can be treated with fungus-killing medicine. \nTo prevent Ringworm, 1) make sure all infected persons and pets get appropriate treatment, 2) avoid contact with infected persons and pets, 3) do not share personal items, and 4) keep common-use areas clean. \n \n\n What is Ringworm?\n\nRingworm is a contagious fungus infection that can affect the scalp, the body (particularly the groin), the feet, and the nails. Despite its name, it has nothing to do with worms. The name comes from the characteristic red ring that can appear on an infected person's skin. Ringworm is also called Tinea.\n\n \n\nWhat is the infectious agent that causes Ringworm?\n\nRingworm is caused by several different fungus organisms that all belong to a group called "Dermatophytes." Different Dermatophytes affect different parts of the body and cause the various types of Ringworm:\n\nRingworm of the scalp \nRingworm of the body \nRingworm of the foot (athlete's foot) \nRingworm of the nails \n \n\nWhere is Ringworm found?\n\nRingworm is widespread around the world and in the United States. The fungus that causes scalp Ringworm lives in humans and animals. The fungus that causes Ringworm of the body lives in humans, animals, and soil. The fungi that cause Ringworm of the foot and Ringworm of the nails live only in humans.\n\n \n\nHow do people get Ringworm?\n\nRingworm is spread by either direct or indirect contact. People can get Ringworm by direct skin-to-skin contact with an infected person or pet. People can also get Ringworm indirectly by contact with objects or surfaces that an infected person or pet has touched, such as hats, combs, brushes, bed linens, stuffed animals, telephones, gym mats, and shower stalls. In rare cases Ringworm can be spread by contact with soil.\n\n \n\nWhat are the signs and symptoms of Ringworm?\n\nRingworm of the scalp usually begins as a small pimple that becomes larger, leaving scaly patches of temporary baldness. Infected hairs become brittle and break off easily. Yellowish crusty areas sometimes develop.\n\nRingworm of the body shows up as a flat, round patch anywhere on the skin except for the scalp and feet. The groin is a common area of infection (groin Ringworm). As the rash gradually expands, its center clears to produce a ring. More than one patch might appear, and the patches can overlap. The area is sometimes itchy.\n\nRingworm of the foot is also called athlete's foot. It appears as a scaling or cracking of the skin, especially between the toes.\n\nRingworm of the nails causes the affected nails to become thicker, discolored, and brittle, or to become chalky and disintegrate.\n\n \n\nHow soon after exposure do symptoms appear?\n\nScalp Ringworm usually appears 10 to 14 days after contact, and Ringworm of the skin 4 to 10 days after contact. The time between exposure and symptoms isnot known for the other types of Ringworm.\n\n \n\nHow is Ringworm diagnosed?\n\nA health-care provider can diagnose Ringworm by examining the site of infection with special tests.\n\n \n\nWho is at risk for Ringworm?\n\nAnyone can get Ringworm. Scalp Ringworm often strikes young children; outbreaks have been recognized in schools, day-care centers, and infant nurseries. School athletes are at risk for scalp Ringworm, Ringworm of the body, and foot Ringworm; there have been outbreaks among high school wrestling teams. Children with young pets are at increased risk for Ringworm of the body.\n\n \n\nWhat is the treatment for Ringworm?\n\nRingworm can be treated with fungus-killing medicine. The medicine can be in taken in tablet or liquid form by mouth or as a cream appl
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Eczema is not contagious and people can therefore not “catch” eczema.\n \nEczema, like many other skin conditions, can become infected with bacteria or viruses. Once this happens other people can potentially “catch” the infection. Note however, that they will only catch the infection and not the eczema! Eczema itself is not contagious.
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its probably conjunctivitis. Why cant you go to the doctors? because if it is this it can be very contagious Ive had it several times. Maybe just go to the chemist then they might be able to help but i really think the GP would be best.
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I know how you feel \nI was covered in psorisis had it almost everywhere 18 years ago, now I have one tiny bit on my elbow\nYes it will go away ,its not cureable but you can stop it from spreading and itching by smothering yourself with the steriod cream and then covering that with plastic wrap\nTry not to scratch ...I know its hard but don't! and above all RELAX!! drink camomile tea stay way from stress be calm that will help you more than any drugs \nIt sure did for me
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Ringworm is a bacteria, and it isn't nessesarily from bad hygiene. Wrslers get it a lot from the mats. It itches, and it forms the shape of a ring on your skin like a rash. It continues to grow if you don't treat it. All you have to do is buy some Lamisil at ANY store. Read the directions, rub it on, and it goes away in a couple a days or so. Depending on how long you let it go for. Anyway, Lamisil is an ointment, it's also used for athletes foot, and jock itch!
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Sounds like it could be rosasa  a form of acne You need to go to your MD and get him to give you a sample of Metro gel or cream  to clear it up Also keep your pillow cases and face clean\n\n If you have old base makeup throw it out. also keep your hands away from your face.  If you don't get this under conrol it can become very bad.
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Doesnt take long . Once I was babysitting a little girl and she had it at the time, she went home that evening, when I woke up the next morning I knew she had given it to me. My right and part of my left eye was matted shut with that crusty yellow eye mucus stuff. If you do get it you'll know it. First put a warm wet wash cloth over your eye and let it kind of melt the matter away . Your eye or eyes will probably red as well. Then go to the doctor as soon as possible he'll give you some antibiotics or eye drops or something to clear it up . Remember it is very contagious so get treated as soon as possible!
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Ringworm probably.  It's really common in children, especially that take baths.  It wont be too serious unless you don't get it treated.  Call a doctor and get an appointment to get a diagnosis and he/she will get an RX for you.
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My little brother has the same problem... It's a heat fungus... I know it sounds gross... but ne ways... you need to go to your local pharmacist and ask for a bottle of medicine called Dermafrost Psoriasis. It's a gel like substance that really works... Just follow the directions on the bottle and in about 2 weeks it should begin to disappear... It will look like you are peeling... kinda like a sunburn... but that's normal... but it's gonna itch... Although you need to make sure you put it on all the place that bother you because if you miss one it will come back, or begin to spread again... Trust me on this...
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I know what you are talking about as well.  My daughter and I both get this.  We are blond/blue and we get this on the underside of our upper arms.  It is not scabies, eczema or psoriasis. I have known people with all of those conditions, and this ain't it!  I will have to research KP and look for pictures.  KP sounds "stronger" than what we have.  I have noticed that the bumps are not as pronounced in the summer when I have been out in the sun more.  Also, as I have gotten older (I am 34 now), they are not as pronounced.  Good luck to you (and us!)
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I have had eczema off and on my entire life so I can definitely synpathize.  PROTOPIC is the ointment my dermatologist gave me and it was the only medicine I have EVER used that got rid of it.  I had an extremely sever case of it on my hands, out of nowhere, and I found out that what was causing it to surface was that I was using scented lotions like from Bath and Body works.   The chemicals in perfumed lotions and creams causes the rash to surface and irritate your skin.  Ask your doctor if Protopic would be right for you, put it on the spots, and do not over medicate. Stay away from cleaning chemicals such as bleach, comic, items like this and scented lotions and soaps. Ivory is the best.  Hope this helps.
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I dont agree with above. I have 3 kids & they have had ring worm, it is contagious! They actualy come from dirt,since cats dig in the dirt the most they have them more than other animals.Horses have also been known to have them. To get rid of them they need to dry out. You should get any type of cream or spray that is for fungus, apply it 2-3 times a day. Try not to touch it any more than you have to & keep your hands washed alot. I have been told that even when they start to go away you should keep putting the cream on them, do that for one week after you dont see it any more. It normaly takes about a month for them to go away compleatly!!
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Need more information.\n\nI have contact dermatitis.  Basically my skin breaks out even with the smallest of irritants, dust, scratchy clothes, anything.  If I get scratched, my skin welts up to four times the size of the scratch.\n\nYou can take an antihistamine like Benadryl to help keep the inflammation down.  I carry around a tube of hydrocortisone cream so if I have an outbreak, I can put rub some cream on it to help with the itching.
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OH MY GOD!! ive never known anyone else who got these, except that guy in something about mary!\ni get them all over my hands and fingers, where do you get yours?\nnormally, they arent a big problem, just a great way to gross out my friends, but if i put calamine lotion on them, they will go away after only a couple hours. helps cool them if they are itchy too! its pretty impressive how fast it works. just dont puncture them, oh they hurt like the dickens.\ngood luck!!