Should I worry about the color of my pityriasis rosea rash?
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Dr. Michael Roizen answered:If the color of your rash changes like a chameleon, tell your doctor just to make sure it isn’t something else. The rash of pityriasis rosea is usually salmon- or rose-colored (hence rosea), but the skin could darken or lighten after the rash heals.
If the color of your rash changes like a chameleon, tell your doctor just to make sure it isn’t something else. The rash of pityriasis rosea is usually salmon- or rose-colored (hence rosea), but the skin could darken or lighten after the... More -
Dr. Mehmet Oz answered:If the rash spreads or changes dramatically, it is important to consult a physician. More -
Pityriasis rosea is a rash that starts as a small patch and progresses to small spots all over the body. Usually this rash appears pinkish. It can be other colors, including grey or even black. Sometimes treatment for the rash, like phototherapy, can cause the spots to turn brown.
Pityriasis rosea is a rash that starts as a small patch and progresses to small spots all over the body. Usually this rash appears pinkish. It can be other colors, including grey or even black. Sometimes treatment for the rash, like phototherapy,... More
