Rosacea / Rosacea Acne
Rosacea is a common and long-term condition. In its simple forms, it usually appears with erythema (redness) and a few dilated blood vessels on the face. In later stages, pimples that resemble those of common acne may appear. Depending on the appearance of rosacea, dermatologists divide it into 4 types (erythematous, papulopustular, rhinophyma, ocular rosacea). Some patients may have multiple types of rosacea/acne simultaneously.
How it appears:
- Flushing and redness mainly in the center of the face
- Visible broken blood vessels (varicose veins) usually around the nose and in the central face.
- Sensitive skin.
- A tingling or burning sensation in the face.
- Pimples with or without pus, mainly where the skin is very red.
- Spider veins, broken facial vessels.
- Rarely and mainly in men, thickening of the skin on the nose (rhinophyma) or chin.
- Ocular rosacea (itching, swelling, redness of the eyelids).
Rosacea can also affect quality of life. Some sufferers tell us that it causes them problems at work, in their marriage, in social contacts. Sometimes they feel disappointment and shame, worry, low self-esteem, anxiety and depression.
WHO GETS ROSADO ACNE?
Rosacea is a common skin condition. Women are more likely to develop it than men, but it is usually milder. Rosacea can also affect children and people of all races/skin colors. However, it is more common in people with fair skin.
WHAT CAUSES ROSA ACNE?
The cause of rosacea or rosacea remains unclear. Dermatologists are still trying to figure out what causes it. There is currently evidence linking rosacea to a genetic predisposition (inheritance of genes), and an abnormal immune system reaction to bacteria or mites.
TREATMENT
We examine your skin and look for signs and symptoms of rosacea. Depending on the findings, we may recommend:
- Medicines applied to the skin or taken by mouth
- Laser and other gentle treatments for redness and enlarged blood vessels – varicose veins
- Laser for rhinophyma (removal of thickened skin)
- Sunscreen (daily application can help prevent flare-ups)
- Special cosmetics that help soothe the skin
