Rosacea An informative power point brought to you by Sean Stives

What is it? Disease of the skin on and around the face Characterized by chronically flushed, irritated skin, often exhibiting bumps or pimples Often appears after the age of 30 Anyone can get it, but it is more predominant in fair- skinned individuals with a history of easily blushing or becoming flushed More common in women More severe in men No cure Cause unknown Occurs in flares and remission Develops into 1 of 4 subtypes

Subtype 1 Erythematotelangiectatic Rosacea Primarily exhibits facial redness Small blood vessels can also be seen on the skin's surface Skin can also be rough or scaly Stinging or burning sensations may also occur

Subtype 2 Papulopustular Rosacea Persistent redness Bumps and pimples also appear Raised red areas called plaques may also be present

Subtype 3 Phymatous Rosacea Skin on the face thickens Often results in rhinophyma (enlargement of the nose due to excess tissue) Other parts of the face can also swell

Subtype 4 Ocular Rosacea Eyes are irritated Dry eyes, teary eyes, and bloodshot eyes are common Eyelids become swollen Burning or stinging Styes are not uncommon

Treatment Dermatologists often prescribe skin creams or pills to treat redness and bumps Lasers and other surgeries can also be used to correct disfigurements to the nose and hide redness, pimples, bumps, and blood vessels Antibiotics are used to treat ocular rosacea

Lifestyle To Maintain Remission: Clean face with a non-abrasive cleaner and blot dry with a cotton cloth. (avoid rough washcloths) Avoid overexposure to the sun and were sunscreen (spf>15) Identify triggers for flare ups and avoid them which include: sun exposure, emotional stress, hot weather, cold weather, alcohol consumption, heavy exercise, wind, & spicy foods Cosmetics can also be used to mask redness by using green shades and foundations along with yellow base coats while avoiding things with pink, red, or orange hues