Hi, I was recently diagnosed with pityriasis rosea, a skin rash that seems pretty harmless. I just found out I am pregnant and found some pretty scary info regarding PR in pregnancy. I will talking with my ob later today but was wondering what if any info you have on it?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Pityriasis roses can cause deleterious effects in pregnancy. It can cause early abortion and abnormalities to the baby also. You can consult a gynecologist and she will explain better.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain
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Is Pityriasis Rosea Dangerous During Pregnancy?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Pityriasis roses can cause deleterious effects in pregnancy. It can cause early abortion and abnormalities to the baby also. You can consult a gynecologist and she will explain better. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain