Rosacea

Acute

What is Rosacea?

Rosacea is a long-term inflammatory skin condition that causes reddened skin and a rash, usually on the nose and cheeks. It may also cause eye problems. The symptoms typically come and go, with many people reporting that certain factors, such as spending time in the sun or experiencing emotional stress, bring them on.

  • Acne-like breakouts, usually where the skin is very red.
  • Acne-like breakouts tend to come and go.
  • Oily skin.
  • Skin may be very sensitive.
  • Skin may burn and sting.
  • Visible broken blood vessels (spider veins).
  • Raised patches of skin called plaques.
  • Rhinophyma – the skin of the nose becomes severely reddened, swollen and pulpy. This is caused by the enlargement of the sebaceous glands. Some men are prone to this complication.
  • Conjunctivitis – is inflammation of the conjunctiva (membrane of the eye).
  • Sun or wind.
  • Hot drinks.
  • Spicy foods.
  • Alcohol.
  • Very hot and cold temperatures.
  • Emotional stress.
  • Exercise.
  • Drugs that dilate blood vessels, including some blood pressure medicines.
  • Have skin that burns easily in the sun.
  • Are between the ages of 30 to 50 years.
  • Have a history of smoking.
  • Have a family member with rosacea.

Dermatologists recommend that everyone who has rosacea: Apply a gentle, broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher every day. A fragrance-free sunscreen that contains zinc oxide, titanium dioxide, or both is least likely to irritate your sensitive skin. Wear a wide-brimmed hat when outdoors during the day.

How is it diagnosed?

How is it diagnosed?

Treatment consists of assessment and appropriate treatment by a dermatologist
Treatments such as antibiotics or anti-acne medication can control and reduce symptoms. Left untreated, it tends to worsen over time.

How is it treated?

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Electrosurgery. Electrosurgery is another method of reducing facial redness by eliminating larger blood vessels that are visible beneath the surface of the skin. A dermatologist uses a thin needle to apply a weak electrical current directly to these blood vessels, causing them to clot and shrink.

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