Common Skin Conditions > Rosacea:
 Rosacea is a common skin disease that causes redness and swelling on the face. Often referred to as "adult acne", rosacea may begin as a tendency to flush or blush easily, and progress to persistent redness in the center of the face that may gradually involve the cheeks, forehead, chin and nose. It may also involve the ears, chest and back. As the disease progresses, small blood vessels and tiny pimples begin to appear on and around the reddened area; however, unlike acne, there are no blackheads.
How to Recognize Rosacea:
Pimples of rosacea appear on the face as small, red bumps, some of which may contain pus. These may be accompanied by the development of many tiny blood vessels on the surface of the skin and persistsent redness of the face.
Do's & Don'ts for Rosacea Patients:
*Avoid hot drinks, spicy foods, caffeine and alcoholic beverages.
*Practice good sun protection using at least a sunscreen with SPF15
*Avoid rubbing, scrubbing or massaging the face.
*Exercise in a cool environment. Don't overheat.
*Avoid irritating cosmetics and facial products.
*Keep a diary of flushing episodes and note associated foods, products,
activities, medications or other triggering factors.
Treatment Options:
Dermatologists often recommend a combination of treatments tailored to the individual patient. Together these treatments can stop the progress of rosacea and sometimes reverse it.
The key to successful management of rosacea is early diagnosis and treatment. It is also important to follow all of your dermatologist's instructions. Rosacea can be treated and controlled if medical advice is sought in the early stages. When left untreated, rosacea will get worse and may be more difficult to treat. |
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