Rosacea
Background to rosacea
Rosacea is characterized by flushed, red skin that usually appears on the cheeks and nose- this can be transient or permanent. The skin can also develop any, or a combination of:
- Bumps
- Spots
- Skin thickening
- Visible small blood vessels (“telangiectasia”)
- Symptoms affecting the eyes, often including dry eye.
People with fairer skin tend to be more likely to be affected, and the most common ages for the problem to start are between 30 and 60 years old.
What is the impact of rosacea?
- Skin changes can be permanent, such as the redness and thickening (particularly on the nose).
- The affected areas can cause burning or stinging sensations that are uncomfortable.
- Rosacea can cause significant psychological distress and impact on self-esteem, which is another important reason to seek treatment.
Treatments
- Most treatments can be prescribed privately by our clinicians. This includes the use of light therapies by our nurse practitioner- this would usually require a referral into secondary care (i.e. into the hospital system).
- Treatment is generally topical (applied to the skin), although more severe outbreaks may respond better to oral antibiotics in addition to other treatments.
- Treatments aim to completely clear the skin where possible. Unfortunately, relapses/recurrences are common and may increase in severity. We will continue to support patients with treatment for recurrences if they are needed.
- Book an appointment to discuss these options in more depth with one of our clinicians, and choose the treatment plan that is right for you.
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