I'm 53 /female/noticed red bumpy almost hive like markings under and in between my breasts which later in the day spread down my stomach. Within 1 day my back was well covered and even the bottom of my neck at the hairline. I saw a doctor who immediately said that it looked like pityriasis a wee bit itchy but I take reactine and used a cortate cream. I won't miss it when it's gone!

I noticed a large, red, circular spot on my shoulder. Several days later I noticed three more small spots on my neck. From then on I got more spots that turned red and spread out. I am 70 years old and in good health. I had this pityriasis rosea once in my late thirties. I never thought I would get it again. The doctor prescribed triamcinolone acetonide cream. It helps with the redness, but I know the rash has to run its course. I hate that I have to endure this for 6 to 8 weeks.

I had it 18 years ago in 1994. Very embarrassing - my GP, an old timer who had "seen it all", knew what it was immediately. All he could do was offer benedryl or calomine. He said mine was "classic" - a herald mark on my stomach, followed several days later by 1" t 1 1/2" ringworm-like red crusty itchy patches on upper torso, neck, and arms. I think I got it from a new client who had odd darkness/patches on her neck and arms (we shook hands and had a 45 min interview, etc. She was likely past the most unsightly part of the disease's course). I think I remember it because it was such an unsightly condition to have. Anyhow, it has not recurred and my husband never "caught" it from me.

My daughter had pityriasis rosea (PR) in 2004 that resulted in post-viral fatigue syndrome, which prevented her from attending school for more than one class a day. It took more than six months for her to fully recover. She again had PR in 2008 (both cases were verified by her doctor) and now has another case; so much for one case gives immunity!

Last week, I learned that I have pityriasis rosea. I wasn't sure what it was, so I went to see my doctor, because the big rash I had on my back was a concern. I'd love to know how I got it. Maybe I'm run down, as I'm under a lot of stress now. My doctor gave me Sporanox, Piriteze, and Dermol cream. At first, I felt ill, with banging headaches. It is now starting to warm up outside and I can't wear any tops that show rashes, as I've got them on my back. I feel horrible that I have them.

I first noticed my herald patch five weeks ago. I have been to the doctor and was told to take Benadryl at night and cool showers. The Benadryl does help me sleep, but the itching during the day has been driving me crazy. My pharmacist said I should try a cream with zinc in it and suggested Penaten (a European cream recommended for diaper rash). It has totally helped with the itching. I can't believe it! My rash is mostly gone. I wish I knew this sooner. I am still getting some new spots and wish I knew when this will be over.

I've had it and it has never quite gone away and flares up occasionally. It has also caused mouth sores. I have taken vitamin c 1000 mg and that eases the symptoms but doesn't totally get rid of it.