Pityriasis rosea

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Lifestyle and home remedies

By Mayo Clinic staff

These steps may help you relieve the discomfort of pityriasis rosea:

  • Bathe and shower in lukewarm water.
  • Take an oatmeal bath. You can find oatmeal bath products at your pharmacy.
  • Use zinc oxide cream or calamine lotion on the rash.
  • Avoid strenuous physical activity if sweating makes your itching worse.

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April 3, 2008

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