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What you need to know about rosacea

Article Category: Wellness, Fitness and Diet

Author Name: chickie maxwell

Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that affects 1 out of 10 people in the United States. The exact cause is unknown and there is no cure yet . Treatment for rosacea includes avoidance of the factors that triggers the symptoms, pharmacological treatment, and surgery in severe cases. Listed below are some important facts about this complex skin condition. It wouldn't hurt to keep yourself informed.

1. Rosacea is a disease that develops over time and primarily affects the skin of the face and sometimes, the eyes. Most common symptoms are redness, acne-like lesions, thin red lines under the skin, flushing of the face. Symptoms in advanced cases include swollen nose, thick skin affecting the forehead, cheeks and chin, dry, red, itchy eyes and some visual disturbances. Treatment for rosacea varies according to these symptoms.

2. Rosacea is most commonly seen among fair skinned individuals, primarily Caucasians. Because of this, rosacea has been named "curse of the Celts" by some people in the European continent. Rosacea affects both genders but is more common in women than in men. Age of onset of this disease is between 30 and 50.

3. As mentioned above, the exact cause of this disease is unknown. However, it has been established by experts that genetics plays a great part in the progression of this skin condition. It is also believed to caused by different factors, such as skin damage due to sun exposure, adverse effect of medications, vascular problems, and inflammatory reaction to individual and environmental factors.

4. Proper diagnosis of rosacea involves a thorough assessment and physical exam by a qualified personnel, evaluation of the symptoms, and an comprehensive medical background check.

5. Rosacea is characterized by periods of exacerbations and remissions. There are various factors that may trigger the flareups and these factors differ from one person to another. Triggering factors include, excessive direct exposure to sunlight, extreme weather conditions, certain skin care products and medications, ingestion of spicy foods and alcoholic beverages, and emotional stress or anxiety. It is important to determine these triggering factors and the events in which they are most likely to occur to prevent the symptoms from aggravating .

6. Treatment for rosacea focuses on alleviating the symptoms and relieving the discomfort caused by this disease. Oral antibiotics like tetracycline, doxycycline and erythromycin may be prescribed. Topical antibiotics which contain metronidazole is also effective in controlling redness and lesions. Studies also reveal that isotretinoin, when taken in low doses, is effective in treating acne-like symptoms. Other pharmacological agents that are used are topical creams and gels containing azelaic acid and sulfur.

7. Surgery is used as treatment for rosacea during the advanced stages of the disease. Laser surgery, is most commonly prescribed with dermabrasion to remove the excess skin and smoothen the surface of the skin. Other surgery options include, cryosurgery, cosmetic surgery, electrocautery and IPL photorejuvenation in mild cases.

8. Rosacea is not contagious and is normally a harmless skin condition. For some people, the symptoms are mild enough and go away on its own after some time. However, skin conditions when left untreated may pose a greater threat to one's health and overall wellbeing. It is important to consult a professional specially when experiencing exacerbation of the symptoms so complications may be avoided.

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