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ID#:

5505

Caption:

This photograph depicts a close view of a patient’s upper back, which displayed a generalized maculopapular rash due to the skin ailment known as pityriasis rosea, the etiology of which was unknown. Pityriasis rosea is a harmless, yet itchy, scaly skin disease often found in people 10–35yrs of age. Initially, most people develop one large scaly herald patch, and within 1-2wks, smaller pink patches can occur on the trunk, arms and legs.

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Content Provider(s):

CDC/ Richard O. Deitrick

Creation Date:

1966

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CDC Organization