What Is Pityriasis Rosea?
3. The Herald Patch
For some people, the first symptoms of pityriasis rosea will include symptoms that resemble the common cold or the flu. These will include fever, sore throat, fatigue, and headaches. These symptoms will only usually be mild. Not long after these symptoms show, the herald patch will also show.
The herald patch is an area of skin that becomes red, scaly, and slightly raised. It will be round or oval in shape, and will measure around 2 to 10 centimeters across. The border of the patch will be raised, while the center part of the patch will be depressed. The herald patch will be found on the abdomen, back, or chest.
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