Rosacea - redness of face
What is it?
Rosacea is a disorder of the face that results in redness,
prominent blood vessels, swelling of pores, and skin eruptions
similar to acne. Also called "adult acne", the cause of rosacea
is unknown. It occurs most often in fair skinned people,
particularly those who blush easily. Women are more commonly
affected, although men are more severely affected. Symptoms
usually begin to appear between ages 30 to 50, and the disorder
is most often seen in middle-aged or older people. The signs
of rosacea are:
- redness of the face or cheeks similar to a rash
- a tendency to flush or blush easily
- increased vascularity (broken capillaries) of the face
- a red, often enlarged nose
- acne-like skin eruptions
- a burning or stinging sensation of the face
While rosacea cannot be cured, its symptoms can be controlled
and your appearance can be treated. The best way to control
rosacea is to avoid the triggering events such as prolonged
periods of sun exposure, nicotine, caffeine, and alcohol. Heat
and rich foods can also contribute to the effects of rosacea.
While topical creams may help control rosacea, the best way to
improve your appearance is with light-based treatments such as
laser. Treatments must be individualised depending on the
severity of your condition and the symptoms you want treated. At
Chiltern Medical Clinic, our doctor will design a treatment plan
to meet your needs. The redness, broken capillaries, and
enlarged blood vessels can often be reduced in only a few
visits.
Are the treatments painful?
At the Chiltern Medical Clinic we specialise in non-burning,
no downtime techniques. Most of our patients require no
anaesthetic for the treatments, and can return immediately to
their daily routine.
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