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Pityriasis rosea usually lasts between 8 to 10 weeks — the rashes disappear without scarring. In people with dark complexions, however, hyperpigmented discolorations may last for several months afterwards. Although Pityriasis rosea may occur in more than one person in a household at a time, it is not thought to be highly contagious. Dogs and bears are known to be afflicted by Pityriasis rosea quite frequently