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Pityriasis rotunda

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Pityriasis rotunda is a disorder of keratisation of the skin that manifests as a perfectly circular, scaly patches on the torso and proximal portions of the extremities.[1] It may be associated with diseases like hepatocellular carcinoma in racially predisposed groups.[3]

Other namesPityriasis circinata,[1] tinea circinata[2]
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Pityriasis rotunda
Other namesPityriasis circinata,[1] tinea circinata[2]
SpecialtyDermatology
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