Informationes plurimae ― Latine

Pityriasis alba Est communis et innocens cutis condicio quae maxime haedos et pubescentes afficit. Minor pars dermatitis atopicis saepe visa est et cum allergiis in plerisque iungitur. Pityriasis alba Ostendit sicut inaequalis levis colorata in cute, plerumque in circulis vel ovalibus, interdum cum aliquantulum scalis et pruritus. Hae inaequaliter saepe inveniuntur in facie, praesertim genae, sicut et in brachiis et corpore superiore, et notabiles sunt in tonis cutis obscurioribus. Primo, inaequaliter ut sit rubicundus, sed tunc color in tempore leviori decidet. Sol detectio eas magis manifestas facere potest, quae aegros vel parentes sollicitant, sed pityriasis alba per se plerumque discedit, colorem cutis normalem restituens. Alicubi ex paucis mensibus ad paucos annos hoc fieri potest, sed pluribus intra annum patet. Curatio plerumque implicat crepito lenibus et lotionibus uti, cum aegros vel parentes blandos nihil esse grave.
Pityriasis alba is a prevalent and benign dermatological condition predominantly affecting children and adolescents. The name pityriasis alba derives from its appearance, where pityriasis denotes the fine scales and alba signifies the pale color (hyperpigmentation). This skin disorder is often considered a minor manifestation of atopic dermatitis and is typically associated with a history of atopy in most individuals. Pityriasis alba is characterized by ill-defined macules and patches (or thin plaques), generally circular or oval, often with mild scaling and occasional pruritus (Macules or Patches Observed in Pityriasis Alba). The lesions are usually found on the face, especially the cheeks, arms, and upper trunk, and are more prominent in individuals with darker skin types. Initially, the lesions may exhibit mild erythema and gradually transition to a hypopigmented state over time. Sun exposure can accentuate the appearance of these lesions, which may often raise concerns regarding their cosmetic impact on patients or parents of children. However, pityriasis alba follows a spontaneous, self-resolving course, gradually restoring normal skin pigmentation. The resolution period for pityriasis alba varies from several months to a few years, although most cases typically resolve within 1 year. Treatment for this condition involves reassurance, low-potency topical corticosteroids, and mild emollients as the mainstay.

In cura prima, pigmentationis problemata saepe inveniuntur. Haec includit post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, melasma, sun spots, freckles, café au lait spots.
In primary care, pigmentation problems are often found. These include post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, melasma, sun spots, freckles, café au lait spots.