I'm dealing with p rosea and it's been almost a year now. I'm really anxious about how much longer this might last before it clears up for good. Any insights?

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

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Pityriasis rosea typically clears up on its own within 4 to 10 weeks, but in some cases, it can take up to 6 months to resolve completely.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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