How Can I Treat Acne Rosacea?

Rosacea is an acne-like condition that occurs in women greater than men and usually begins after the age of 35. The classic lesion of rosacea is a pustule (a red bump with pus), although; swelling, flushing, redness and small blood vessels called telangiectasias can also appear on the cheeks, nose, chin and forehead. Rosacea if not treated can progress to an advanced form with an enlarged nose and puffy cheeks called rhinophyma.

Rosacea can also be associated with burning and grittiness of the eyes. This is a form of eye irritation is called rosacea conjunctivitis. If you have these symptoms one should see an ophthalmologist.

Treatment: There is no cure for rosacea; however, by following the below suggestion and seeing your dermatologist when the symptoms begin can greatly improve the signs and symptoms of rosacea.

1. DermatologistRx has camouflage creams and cleansers specifically formulated for rosacea prone and sensitive skin.
2. The flushing and redness can be also lessened by avoiding spicy foods, caffeinated and alcoholic beverages, excessive dairy products and by avoiding rubbing or massaging the face.
3. Emotional stress and getting overheated can also trigger the redness and flushing. Avoiding excessive sunlight by protecting your face with a hat and using broad-spectrum sunscreens is helpful.
4. People with rosacea should know that they could be more sensitive to cosmetics.
5. Often keeping a diary can isolate, foods, cosmetics and other aggravators of rosacea.

Your Dermatologist can prescribe topical and oral antibiotics to reduce the pustules and redness seen and can give you detailed information regarding rosacea and the various causes that can trigger it. Seeing you Dermatologist soon after the symptoms present may prevent the more severe changes of rosacea from occurring. Your dermatologist may also suggest more aggressive ways of reducing the redness and blood vessels seen with laser treatment or by using a small electric needle. The bulbous nose of rhinophyma can also be reduced by laser, electrosurgery or with a scalpel.

All products should be used as directed on the product container. Any product that causes irritation should be discontinued. The information provided at DermatologistRx is not a substitute for a face-to-face consultation with a dermatologist or your physician.

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