How to Cure Pityriasis Rosea Naturally

With the increasing pollution, deteriorating weather conditions and the resultant weakness of our immune systems, we are becoming more susceptible to different types of ailments. One such very commonly experienced ones is skin disorders. And among skin disorders, pityriasis rosea is one of the most common ones affecting people.

The cause of this condition is believed to be a virus that affects the skin of the person. Though medical treatment is also advised, curing it naturally is a method preferred by many. This story will shed some light on how you can cure pityriasis rosea naturally. Find out all about it in the sections below.

Pityriasis rosea is characterized by some very typical symptoms. The person develops a small patch that is indicative of the disorder, and when left unnoticed, it turns into a full-fledged infection, with patches and rashes all over the limbs, the chest, the back and the thighs too.

Indulging in heavy physical activities like running, cycling, jogging, etc. are believed to alleviate the symptomatic behavior and worsen the skin condition. This is because the virus breeds well in sweaty conditions. The patches get itchy and uncomfortable for the person and can prove to be quite a nuisance in the performance of daily activities.

While getting expert medical advice is always important for any kind of health condition, it is also true that you can complement the medication with some home remedies that will help soothe the infection.

The best way to treat any possible skin infection is to prevent it altogether. And as mentioned above, a virus needs moist and sweaty conditions to breed. Hence, maintaining impeccable personal hygiene is the best way to avoid the infection. If you've already fallen prey to the infection.

Rest assured that, first of all, it is not contagious, and second, it affects only the skin and no other part of the body. Moreover, it is a condition that can heal itself even without any treatment, in about 6 to 10 weeks. Plus, it does not leave any scars. So, the methods mentioned below too, are just ways to speed up the process of curing itself.

If you're accustomed to having piping hot showers, it's time to reduce the temperature a little. That's right, hot water can cause the skin rashes to get more irritated and alleviate the itching and scratching. Hence, it is recommended that instead of indulging in very hot showers, you should switch to taking slightly warmer baths. This has proved to have a soothing effect on the skin rash, and also helps the blood circulation to a great extent.

Along with the warm water bath, you may also want to use some herbal remedies. This includes using essential oils. You can use a concoction of lavender oil and safflower oil in the ratio of 5:1, to make an ointment. Store this ointment and apply it generously over the affected areas.

It will help calm down the reddening caused by the constant itching. You may have to repeat this about thrice a day to get relief from the rash. Also, you can use aromatherapy to get some relief from the itching. Try bath salts instead of using soap. Soap can worsen the skin rash, so stay away from it while you have the infection.

It has also been said that exposure to the sun's rays helps in curbing the discomfort caused by the rash. Hence, if your home receives ample sunlight, it may be a good idea to sit out for a while in the daytime and soak up the sun.

It helps to soothe the itching and kills the viruses. If you don't have access to decent sunlight, you can also buy a UVB lamp and expose your skin to it. This method has also been known to help in calming the irritation.

Before you go for any of the methods given above, or any other treatment options, make it a point to consult your doctor first. He will first diagnose you with the disorder, and then give you the necessary treatment options. The methods given above are purely supplementary to medical advice.