A 21-year-old pregnant woman complains of a mildly pruritic rash for 17 days. She experienced fever, fatigue, and a stuffy nose 13 days before the onset of the rash. She noticed a red spot on her lower abdomen a few days after her flu-like symptoms. Physical examination reveals the findings pictured on her trunk. She notes mild pruritus of the lesions. Which of the following is true regarding this condition?

A. The lesions carry a risk of progression to malignancy

B. It typically occurs in elderly immunocompromised patients

C. Systemic terbinafine is indicated

D. Acyclovir is not an effective treatment

E. It poses fetal risk in pregnant patients

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