Rosacea
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What is rosacea?
Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that primarily affects the face, causing redness, visible blood vessels, and sometimes small, red, pus-filled bumps. Presentations vary from patient to patient, so not everyone’s rosacea will look the same. It can often be mistaken for acne, eczema, or a skin allergy.
Prevention
The exact cause of rosacea is unknown, but it may be due to a combination of hereditary and environmental factors. Common triggers that can worsen rosacea include:
- Hot drinks and spicy foods
- Red wine and other alcoholic beverages
- Temperature extremes
- Sunlight or wind
- Emotions
- Exercise
- Cosmetic products
- Certain medications
Symptoms of rosacea
The appearance of this skin condition can vary but typically might involve:
- Facial redness
- Visible blood vessels that some refer to as ‘thread veins’
- Swollen red bumps or pus filled spots
- Eye problems that might include swollen and inflamed lids, grittiness, red eye, tearing, dry eye
- Enlarged nose with altered texture and occasional ooze/discharge.
Treatment Options
While there is no cure for rosacea, treatments can control and reduce the signs and symptoms. Treatment plans are customized to the individual and may include:
A high factor, broad spectrum sunscreen
Topical Medications
Oral Medications
Lifestyle and Home Remedies
At Cathedral Dermatology, we understand the impact rosacea can have on your quality of life.
Dr Murphy is dedicated to helping patients manage and alleviate the symptoms of this chronic skin condition. His personalised approach ensures that each patient receives targeted and effective care, supporting and helping them to manage rosacea symptoms and enhance their skin health.
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