Which inflammatory skin disorder is associated with a 'Herald patch' followed by a 'Christmas tree' distribution of lesions?
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Correct answer: Pityriasis rosea
Pityriasis rosea is a self-limited inflammatory disorder. Histology is often non-specific, showing mild spongiosis and focal parakeratosis (mound-like), but the clinical distribution is highly diagnostic.
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