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From: David Hosking
Sent: Monday, 30 May 2005 11:17
To: @aol.com
Subject: Re: Spam Alert: Re: BABYRASH
Hi SP,
The pityriasis can be due to several causes, possibly a viral or a fungal infection
( less common at her age). The dermatologist will be able to determine which.
Once the type of pityriasis is known it can be treated effectively .
If it is caused by a virus the rash will dissappear after 8 to 12 weeks as her body overcomes it.
If it is fungal the dermatologist will prescribe a suitable treatment to clear the rash.
Over the counter treatment at this time should be just avoid using soap and use a bath oil at bathtime.
Once a proper diagnosis is made treatment can start if required and there is a good chance it is viral
and will spontaneously disappear.
These things just "happen" to infants, it is very hard to say where of why they catch them.
Kind Regards,
David Hosking.
Sent: Friday, May 27, 2005 11:53 PM
Subject: Spam Alert: Re: BABYRASH
The rash is not scalely, there are no raises bumps or itching, other than on the back of
the neck where she scratches. The rash is pinkish in color and is under the apparent skin
and is visible by eye. She has had the rash for several months. The doctor said it is and
recommended that she go to a dermotologist.
How is that they get the rash?
What causes the rash and why does it not go away?
Other than the rash, it doesn't seem to bother her much other than on the back of her neck
where she scratches most. It stared on the torso, and has spread all over the body,
even on the head.
What do you recommend to help get rid of the rash, anything over the counter that might help.
Even so, she does have a appointment to see a dermotologist.
Thank you for you input and will be waiting to hear from you.
Every possible solution is worth a try. Thank you again. SP
Hi SP,
The rash is probably pityriaisis just based on your spelling & the similar pronunciation
(pit-i-ry-his-is) to the spelling you have used.
There are several forms of pityriasis which can be either a scaly skin appearance
or pale skin patches especially apparent on the skin of darker people.
Sometimes it is viral and will eventually go away after 6-8 weeks, sometimes it is fungal
and may need an anti-fungal cream to treat.
If you can tell me more about the appearance of the rash and what your doctor said,
I can be more specific.
Kind Regards,
David Hosking.
----- Original Message -----
From: @aol.com
To: @bigpond.net.au
Sent: Thursday, May 26, 2005 5:16 AM
Subject: BABYRASH
MY NIECE IS 6 MONTHS OLD AND HAS HAD A RASH FOR SEVERAL MONTHS. THE PEDITRICIAN SAYS
IT IS PITORHOSIS RASH. DO YOU HAVE ANY INFORMATION ON THIS RASH?
I HAVE SEARCHED THE WED UNDER MANY DIFFERENT SEARCHES AND CAN NOT FIND THAT PATICULAR RASH.
I HAVE ALSO LOOKED IN MEDICAL BOOKS, BUT TO NO AVAIL, NOTHING!!!!
I AM FUSTRATED THAT MY
SISTER-IN-LAW AND MYSELF CAN NOT FIND ANY INFORMATION ON THIS CERTAIN KIND OF RASH.
I AM NOT SURE IF THAT IS HOW YOU SPELL PITORHOSIS OR NOT. I WAS JUST WONDERING IF YOU HAD
ANY INFORMATION ON THIS KIND OF RASH? I WOULD BE EVER SO GREATFUL IF YOU DID!!!!!
THANK YOU SP