More than 16 million Americans and about 46 million all over the world may have rosacea but they don't know that they have it. You see, Rosacea's symptoms are not so marked especially if the case is just mild. People who have rosacea think that they easily blush or get flushed. They don't know that when they are exposed to the sun or when the weather is extremely hot, the redness that they see on their faces is not actually sunburn or flushing but Rosacea. Rosacea is a skin problem characterized by patches of redness on some areas of the face particularly on the forehead, nose, cheeks and chin. Blood vessels are seen through the skin. People afflicted with the skin problem also suffer from watery eyes and in some cases, pustules on the affected areas. Although almost similar to pimples, rosacea lets out a clear liquid when pressed unlike pimples which usually have whiteheads or blackheads.
For those who have only mild cases, rosacea's symptoms appear only when the skin is triggered by some factors. This is why not all people realize that they have the skin problem because incidents are few and far between. Usually, rosacea is triggered by high temperatures and continued exposure to the sun.
The same goes with spicy foods and alcohol consumption which raises the temperature level of the body. Stress can also be a factor especially when the person already has a predisposition to the skin problem. Others think that rosacea break outs are because of allergic reactions to certain chemicals. You see, cosmetics and other skin products can also trigger the occurrence of the symptoms. Some vegetables, marinated meat and dairy products can also trigger a full-blown breakout. Skin medications like benzoyl peroxide when it is used in large amounts can also lead to a rosacea break out.
But unlike most skin problems, rosacea does not have any cure. The most that a person can do is to manage the problem and make sure that no break outs occur. Often, people deal with rosacea by avoiding the triggers as much as they can. They always have sunglasses, umbrella and hats when they leave the house. Some do not eat spicy foods and those dishes that would trigger the symptoms. Those with symptoms involving the eyelids will need to frequently wash the area so as not to irritate the eyes. This is important to note because though rosacea is not exactly dangerous, it can pose a problem if it affects the eyes.
But these remedies are only effective if you have a mild case of rosacea. For extreme cases, you really need to see a doctor and ask for medications. Dermatologists usually antibiotics, which may be topical or oral. These are lifelong treatments because as mentioned before, rosacea does not have any cure. In fact, people who stop taking medicines often have remissions where in the rosacea will come back.
Others who are so lucky need to only undergo continuous treatment for one to two years, after which the skin problem will be completely controlled.
Sunday, October 10, 2010
Ways That You Can Deal With Rosacea
Rosacea is one of those diseases that is hard to deal with perhaps because nothing much is known about it. In fact, even with more than 46 million Americans affected by the skin problem, only few know just what exactly rosacea is. Some do not even know that they have rosacea.
One reason is the fact that symptoms are not regular. It is not like a disease that you will have symptoms for and it will not go away until it is cured. With rosacea, flares are usually caused by triggers from the environment. The most common trigger is sunlight and hot weather. Humidity is also a factor. So is stress. Some patients also suffer from break outs when they eat certain kinds of food or when they use some skin products. Spicy food is a common trigger. Because rosacea only occurs when these triggers are present, some people do not even realize that they have rosacea. They think that it is just ordinary sunburn or flushing when their skin develops red patches or it is just an allergy when they get pimples.
Despite these, there are a lot of medications available for rosacea patients precisely because not all people react to the problem the same way. The most effective line of defense is of course avoid the triggers altogether. Those who are triggered by heat and sun exposure make sure that they have umbrellas and hats when they leave the house. Others try to pick their food carefully to make sure that they will not eat trigger foods. These are of course trial and error. You first need to find out what exactly is causing the break outs. This can be a problem especially if the incidents are not really regular.
Still, those who do have confirmed cases of Rosacea have a wide array of treatments to choose from. From the simplest home remedies to the extreme measures of laser therapies for those with extreme cases, Rosacea patients are sure to find one that suits their condition and needs. But remember though that rosacea cannot be cured. People can only manage the disease and control the symptoms. There is actually nothing more they can do. It's a good thing that rosacea cases are often mild.
In extreme cases, doctors often prescribe topical and oral medicines. Some medicines used to treat acne are also used for rosacea like erythromycin and clindamycin. Topical steroids are also used but care should be given because prolonged use can have side effects like skin irritation like perioral dermatitis which is seen on the areas surrounding the mouth.
There are also prescription cleansers that rosacea patients are prescribed with. Isotretinoin is one example, which is used daily for about four to six months. This is also used to treat acne problems. But like steroids, monitoring is essential here because of its side effects. For women who are using it, regular blood tests are done because the medicine can harm the pregnancy should the woman get pregnant while using the drug.
One reason is the fact that symptoms are not regular. It is not like a disease that you will have symptoms for and it will not go away until it is cured. With rosacea, flares are usually caused by triggers from the environment. The most common trigger is sunlight and hot weather. Humidity is also a factor. So is stress. Some patients also suffer from break outs when they eat certain kinds of food or when they use some skin products. Spicy food is a common trigger. Because rosacea only occurs when these triggers are present, some people do not even realize that they have rosacea. They think that it is just ordinary sunburn or flushing when their skin develops red patches or it is just an allergy when they get pimples.
Despite these, there are a lot of medications available for rosacea patients precisely because not all people react to the problem the same way. The most effective line of defense is of course avoid the triggers altogether. Those who are triggered by heat and sun exposure make sure that they have umbrellas and hats when they leave the house. Others try to pick their food carefully to make sure that they will not eat trigger foods. These are of course trial and error. You first need to find out what exactly is causing the break outs. This can be a problem especially if the incidents are not really regular.
Still, those who do have confirmed cases of Rosacea have a wide array of treatments to choose from. From the simplest home remedies to the extreme measures of laser therapies for those with extreme cases, Rosacea patients are sure to find one that suits their condition and needs. But remember though that rosacea cannot be cured. People can only manage the disease and control the symptoms. There is actually nothing more they can do. It's a good thing that rosacea cases are often mild.
In extreme cases, doctors often prescribe topical and oral medicines. Some medicines used to treat acne are also used for rosacea like erythromycin and clindamycin. Topical steroids are also used but care should be given because prolonged use can have side effects like skin irritation like perioral dermatitis which is seen on the areas surrounding the mouth.
There are also prescription cleansers that rosacea patients are prescribed with. Isotretinoin is one example, which is used daily for about four to six months. This is also used to treat acne problems. But like steroids, monitoring is essential here because of its side effects. For women who are using it, regular blood tests are done because the medicine can harm the pregnancy should the woman get pregnant while using the drug.
Ways On How You Can Manage Rosacea At Home
Rosacea is one disease that can be managed at home. It cannot be cured, mind you but at least people can do things to avoid flare ups. In fact, some people do not even realize they have rosacea because they avoid their rosacea triggers without knowing that they are doing it. This is partly because symptoms are highly irregular and there are a host of triggers that can cause the flare ups. Thus, people do not often see the connection immediately. It is important though that once you see the connection, you get help immediately or start to manage the flare ups because the condition has been known to worsen with age especially when it is left untreated for a long time. Rosacea is more common in women than in men and unlike acne, it often affects people who are older. The good news is, there seems to be no evidence that it is transmitted from person to person. The bad news is, doctors still do not know how it appears in the first place. There are a lot of theories but no confirmed cause.
To those who want no more of the flare ups, here are some of the ways that you can manage your rosacea without going to the doctor all the time.
1. Avoid sunlight
This is the number one trigger of rosacea flare ups. Sun exposure, hit weather and sunbathing can cause those redness on the skin. So if you plan to go outside, bring sun protection like an umbrella, a hat, even a shawl, sunglasses and sunscreen.
2. Avoid spicy foods
Chili sauce may be your staple for ever meal but if you want to control your rosacea better steer clear of those spices.
3. Be observant of your flare ups
There are foods that can trigger rosacea break outs. The list of food products is long and to be honest it can be anything on your table. Known triggers are dairy products, some veggies like eggplants, beans and spinach some fruits like avocados, plums, raisins and other citrus fruits, and some meats. Add to that common staples like coffee and other caffeine loaded products, cheese and even soy sauce and you are covering virtually everything on the menu. Chocolates and alcoholic drinks are also common triggers.
4. Stop smoking
Here is mother reason why you should pack away those cigarette packs. You are not only in danger of getting emphysema and tuberculosis and other problems in the lungs, you can also develop rosacea.
5. Get treated
If these things do not help you control your break outs, then it is time to go to the expert. Doctors can give you medicines to control flare ups. There are also treatments available that will help you deal permanently with your problem. Topical steroids for instance are often prescribed to rosacea patients for a few months. This medicine, however, is closely monitored by doctors since it can cause irritation around the mouth, which is a very common side effect.
To those who want no more of the flare ups, here are some of the ways that you can manage your rosacea without going to the doctor all the time.
1. Avoid sunlight
This is the number one trigger of rosacea flare ups. Sun exposure, hit weather and sunbathing can cause those redness on the skin. So if you plan to go outside, bring sun protection like an umbrella, a hat, even a shawl, sunglasses and sunscreen.
2. Avoid spicy foods
Chili sauce may be your staple for ever meal but if you want to control your rosacea better steer clear of those spices.
3. Be observant of your flare ups
There are foods that can trigger rosacea break outs. The list of food products is long and to be honest it can be anything on your table. Known triggers are dairy products, some veggies like eggplants, beans and spinach some fruits like avocados, plums, raisins and other citrus fruits, and some meats. Add to that common staples like coffee and other caffeine loaded products, cheese and even soy sauce and you are covering virtually everything on the menu. Chocolates and alcoholic drinks are also common triggers.
4. Stop smoking
Here is mother reason why you should pack away those cigarette packs. You are not only in danger of getting emphysema and tuberculosis and other problems in the lungs, you can also develop rosacea.
5. Get treated
If these things do not help you control your break outs, then it is time to go to the expert. Doctors can give you medicines to control flare ups. There are also treatments available that will help you deal permanently with your problem. Topical steroids for instance are often prescribed to rosacea patients for a few months. This medicine, however, is closely monitored by doctors since it can cause irritation around the mouth, which is a very common side effect.
Treating Rosacea
Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that affects mainly the face. Some involve the eyes and the eyelids, and is sometimes called ocular rosacea. Anyone can develop rosacea, although those over 30 years old are most prone. It is also more common in those with fair skin and light eye color. Often, there is also a family history of rosacea.
Beginnings
Rosacea usually begins in young adults, in most cases. It often starts as a flushing (redness) of the cheeks, nose and chin that comes and goes from time to time.
Later, this redness becomes permanent and fine blood vessels begin to show in the areas of redness. Later, this redness becomes thicker and more noticeable with time, especially if there is no treatment done. It can become purple sometime later.
More symptoms
There are other signs of rosacea that shows up on the face of the victim. These include papules (bumps), pustules, and nodules. All these tend to come and go with time.
The others like the sebaceous hyperplasias (yellowish bumps) and sebaceous hypertrophy (skin thickening, usually at the nose caused by enlarging sebaceous glands) become permanent.
Triggers
As of today, the cause of rosacea is still not known. Consequently, there is still no cure in sight. At the moment, doctors are simply at work in managing the disease.
However, a number of factors are now known to aggravate rosacea. Doctors advised that avoiding these factors will improve the conditions of the symptoms of the disease.
Some of the triggering factors of rosacea include sun exposure, caffeine, alcohol, hot and spicy foods, and stress. However, the effect of these factors varies from patient to patient.
One patient may find that exposure to the sun triggers an attack of more pustules on the face, while another might find the same attack happens if he eats some spicy food. Still others are not affected at all.
Some treatments
The inflammatory part of rosacea (papules, pustules, nodules) is treated with topical agents that contain very mild topical steroids. Oral antibiotic tetracycline is also used to control some parts of rosacea.
Strong steroids are avoided because they tend to worsen the symptoms. Sebaceous hyperplasias are treated with light electric needle or a laser treatment.
Laser
With the development of laser, the treatment of the vascular part of rosacea (redness and appearance of blood vessels) has been revolutionized. The lasers selectively damage the abnormal vessels and improve the patient’s appearance.
Most patients need multiple treatments with gradual improvements after each session. This is because each patient is different. However, there is an average of 3 treatments needed for the first year, with 1 or 2 treatments every year thereafter.
Appearance
The red coloration and the abnormal blood vessels do not go away completely but conditions stop at getting worse. There are, however, significant improvements for all the patients.
During treatment periods, patients are to avoid drugs like coumadin, aspirin, ibuprofen, vitamin E and some others. (All these have an effect on clotting.) Treatments do cause some discomfort but is tolerated well by most patients.
Rosacea may not be eradicated at the moment, but its symptoms can be managed well.
Beginnings
Rosacea usually begins in young adults, in most cases. It often starts as a flushing (redness) of the cheeks, nose and chin that comes and goes from time to time.
Later, this redness becomes permanent and fine blood vessels begin to show in the areas of redness. Later, this redness becomes thicker and more noticeable with time, especially if there is no treatment done. It can become purple sometime later.
More symptoms
There are other signs of rosacea that shows up on the face of the victim. These include papules (bumps), pustules, and nodules. All these tend to come and go with time.
The others like the sebaceous hyperplasias (yellowish bumps) and sebaceous hypertrophy (skin thickening, usually at the nose caused by enlarging sebaceous glands) become permanent.
Triggers
As of today, the cause of rosacea is still not known. Consequently, there is still no cure in sight. At the moment, doctors are simply at work in managing the disease.
However, a number of factors are now known to aggravate rosacea. Doctors advised that avoiding these factors will improve the conditions of the symptoms of the disease.
Some of the triggering factors of rosacea include sun exposure, caffeine, alcohol, hot and spicy foods, and stress. However, the effect of these factors varies from patient to patient.
One patient may find that exposure to the sun triggers an attack of more pustules on the face, while another might find the same attack happens if he eats some spicy food. Still others are not affected at all.
Some treatments
The inflammatory part of rosacea (papules, pustules, nodules) is treated with topical agents that contain very mild topical steroids. Oral antibiotic tetracycline is also used to control some parts of rosacea.
Strong steroids are avoided because they tend to worsen the symptoms. Sebaceous hyperplasias are treated with light electric needle or a laser treatment.
Laser
With the development of laser, the treatment of the vascular part of rosacea (redness and appearance of blood vessels) has been revolutionized. The lasers selectively damage the abnormal vessels and improve the patient’s appearance.
Most patients need multiple treatments with gradual improvements after each session. This is because each patient is different. However, there is an average of 3 treatments needed for the first year, with 1 or 2 treatments every year thereafter.
Appearance
The red coloration and the abnormal blood vessels do not go away completely but conditions stop at getting worse. There are, however, significant improvements for all the patients.
During treatment periods, patients are to avoid drugs like coumadin, aspirin, ibuprofen, vitamin E and some others. (All these have an effect on clotting.) Treatments do cause some discomfort but is tolerated well by most patients.
Rosacea may not be eradicated at the moment, but its symptoms can be managed well.
Tips On How To Deal With Rosacea Breakouts
Rosacea may not be a dangerous disease but it can severely affect a person's self-confidence. The skin disease is characterized by redness in the forehead, cheeks, nose and chin regions of the face. This can be really hard to hide. In fact, some people with rosacea refuse to even go out because they are ashamed of how they look. Besides the redness, some cases also have pustules and pimples similar to acne but instead of whiteheads, you will find clear liquid. Blood vessels also become dilated and thus showing through the skin and the eyes may become watery. Although it affects millions of people all over the world, about 46 million to be exact, nothing much has been known about rosacea in terms of its causes, spread and cure. There are many theories as to what exactly causes the break outs but nothing has been proven yet. So far, there is no evidence that it spreads from person to person contact but again, nothing is conclusive. One thing is for sure, as of now, there is no cure for rosacea. People with it will need to control the symptoms and manage the problem all throughout their lives. There are treatments though that will help people lessen the breakouts but these treatments should be done continuously. People who have stopped treatment had remissions.
The struggle against rosacea may be lifelong but with treatments to control the symptoms widely available, coping with it is not so bad. Here are some tips that might help you deal with the problem.
1. Know your triggers
Break outs are usually triggered by a host of factors. These triggers are different for each person. Some may even have more than one triggers. The trick is to determine what your triggers are so that you can minimize your break outs. This is the first line of defense for rosacea patients. Sun exposure and changing weather are the most common triggers along with spicy food and stress. Some vegetables like eggplants and spinach can also trigger breakouts. Also citrus fruits, raisins and plum. Chocolates and other dairy products are also in the list of triggers. Also cigarettes and alcoholic beverages.
2. Get treatment
One thing to remember about rosacea is it worsens with age especially when it is left untreated. It occurs later in life, from about 30 years old to about 50. It is important that you get treatment as soon as you realize that you have the problem. This will help you control your symptoms.
3. Be aware
One of the hardest thing about rosacea is recognizing its symptoms. It is a chronic skin problem, meaning that the symptoms comes and goes. They do not appear regularly or in the same extent. This is why some people do not realize that they have the problem. Some think that the redness is because of sunburn or because they get easily flushed than other people. Be aware. Your vigilance will help you deal with the problem early on.
The struggle against rosacea may be lifelong but with treatments to control the symptoms widely available, coping with it is not so bad. Here are some tips that might help you deal with the problem.
1. Know your triggers
Break outs are usually triggered by a host of factors. These triggers are different for each person. Some may even have more than one triggers. The trick is to determine what your triggers are so that you can minimize your break outs. This is the first line of defense for rosacea patients. Sun exposure and changing weather are the most common triggers along with spicy food and stress. Some vegetables like eggplants and spinach can also trigger breakouts. Also citrus fruits, raisins and plum. Chocolates and other dairy products are also in the list of triggers. Also cigarettes and alcoholic beverages.
2. Get treatment
One thing to remember about rosacea is it worsens with age especially when it is left untreated. It occurs later in life, from about 30 years old to about 50. It is important that you get treatment as soon as you realize that you have the problem. This will help you control your symptoms.
3. Be aware
One of the hardest thing about rosacea is recognizing its symptoms. It is a chronic skin problem, meaning that the symptoms comes and goes. They do not appear regularly or in the same extent. This is why some people do not realize that they have the problem. Some think that the redness is because of sunburn or because they get easily flushed than other people. Be aware. Your vigilance will help you deal with the problem early on.
Saturday, October 9, 2010
The Four Phases Of Rosacea
Rosacea is a mysterious disease that can afflict anybody from age 30 and up. Medically speaking, rosacea is simply a chronic inflammation of the skin. The symptoms are not very aesthetic nor pleasing to the eyes, however. For one, it causes redness and pimples on the nose, the cheeks, chin and forehead. The annoying part is that the disease comes and goes and comes around again without your notice.
It is sometimes called adult acne. Once it had started it also causes soreness of the eyes and eyelids. Starting out as the tendency to blush easily, rosacea can progress fast into facial redness, and red bumps and pustules.
Diagnosis
Many dermatologists and medical researchers are one in the opinion that rosacea is one disease hard to diagnose. The reason is simply that there are many other skin conditions that co-exist with it.
The list of these diseases — acne, seborrhea, eczema, psoriasis, or lupus symptoms — is rather plentiful.
Primary problem
The main problem is that medications used in the treatment of acne, for instance, can be too harsh leading to the onset of “acne rosacea”.
In the meantime, aggressive acne treatments to reduce oiliness of the skin can result in the flaking associated with seborrheic dermatitis. The butterfly rash of lupus can lead to a misdiagnosis of rosacea.
Phases
Rosacea has four distinct and recognized phases, each one with its own groupings of symptoms. The disease does not always evolve from one phase to the other, but the symptoms have a tendency to eventually become severe.
The four phases of rosacea are pre-rosacea, vascular rosacea, inflammatory rosacea, and late rosacea.
Pre-rosacea
In the early phase of rosacea, it appears as a repeated tendency to blush. The blushing is known to be caused by the dilation of the blood vessels just under the skin.
Gradually, the redness from the blushing becomes more persistent, and particularly around the nose.
Vascular rosacea
In this phase of rosacea, the blood vessels swell and fluid leaks out of them at a faster-than-normal rate. This results in the skin looking puffy and warm.
As the blood vessels dilate, they are visible on the skin as small red lines. It is called telangiectasia, commonly referred to as “spider veins”.
At this time, the skin also becomes more sensitive. When cosmetics and other skin products are used, there often is a stinging or slightly burning sensation. The skin’s sebaceous glands enlarge, making the skin more oily.
Inflammatory rosacea
When papules (small red bumps) and pustule (pus-filled pimples) star appearing, rosacea has entered the inflammatory stage. These two symptoms are like acne, but they are totally different and require different treatments.
Late rosacea
This is the most advanced phase of rosacea. The illness still has all its earlier symptoms, only they appear more intense. The redness of the skin deepens, and the number of visible veins increases.
At this point, the skin may also thicken. In some people, the excess skin tissue causes the nose to become enlarged and bulbous. This is called rhinophyma. Rosacea has never been more distinct.
It is sometimes called adult acne. Once it had started it also causes soreness of the eyes and eyelids. Starting out as the tendency to blush easily, rosacea can progress fast into facial redness, and red bumps and pustules.
Diagnosis
Many dermatologists and medical researchers are one in the opinion that rosacea is one disease hard to diagnose. The reason is simply that there are many other skin conditions that co-exist with it.
The list of these diseases — acne, seborrhea, eczema, psoriasis, or lupus symptoms — is rather plentiful.
Primary problem
The main problem is that medications used in the treatment of acne, for instance, can be too harsh leading to the onset of “acne rosacea”.
In the meantime, aggressive acne treatments to reduce oiliness of the skin can result in the flaking associated with seborrheic dermatitis. The butterfly rash of lupus can lead to a misdiagnosis of rosacea.
Phases
Rosacea has four distinct and recognized phases, each one with its own groupings of symptoms. The disease does not always evolve from one phase to the other, but the symptoms have a tendency to eventually become severe.
The four phases of rosacea are pre-rosacea, vascular rosacea, inflammatory rosacea, and late rosacea.
Pre-rosacea
In the early phase of rosacea, it appears as a repeated tendency to blush. The blushing is known to be caused by the dilation of the blood vessels just under the skin.
Gradually, the redness from the blushing becomes more persistent, and particularly around the nose.
Vascular rosacea
In this phase of rosacea, the blood vessels swell and fluid leaks out of them at a faster-than-normal rate. This results in the skin looking puffy and warm.
As the blood vessels dilate, they are visible on the skin as small red lines. It is called telangiectasia, commonly referred to as “spider veins”.
At this time, the skin also becomes more sensitive. When cosmetics and other skin products are used, there often is a stinging or slightly burning sensation. The skin’s sebaceous glands enlarge, making the skin more oily.
Inflammatory rosacea
When papules (small red bumps) and pustule (pus-filled pimples) star appearing, rosacea has entered the inflammatory stage. These two symptoms are like acne, but they are totally different and require different treatments.
Late rosacea
This is the most advanced phase of rosacea. The illness still has all its earlier symptoms, only they appear more intense. The redness of the skin deepens, and the number of visible veins increases.
At this point, the skin may also thicken. In some people, the excess skin tissue causes the nose to become enlarged and bulbous. This is called rhinophyma. Rosacea has never been more distinct.
Rosacea, The Skin Problem You Did Not Know You Had??
Women put blush on make up on their faces to have that natural flush. So when women get red-cheeked when they are exposed to the sun for a long time, they don't think it's a problem. Well, it is. Redness in some areas of the face can be a sign that you have rosacea. Rosacea is a common skin problem that usually affects Caucasians. Thus it has been called "the curse of the celts." It has, in fact, affected about 16 million Americans and almost 46 million people all over the world. It is three times more common in women than in men. Besides redness that is often mistaken for sunburn, rosacea is also characterized by watery eyes an appearance of blood vessels on the skin. Rosacea cannot be cured. The most that people afflicted with it can do is to control it's symptoms. This is fortunately easy because rosacea's symptoms are not regular. Usually they only have flare ups when there are triggers. Examples of common triggers are sun exposure, spicy food, skin products, some food and dairy products. For those who have only mild symptoms, treatment is as simple as avoiding contact with various triggers.
Those who have more extreme symptoms need continuous medication and treatment. And this is life long treatment. People who stop medications often go in remission and experience the same symptoms. But having rosacea isn't such a bad thing. Unlike other diseases, it is not actually dangerous and it does not affect any organs in the body. However, it can be a problem if the redness reach the area of the eyes which can hamper vision. People whose eyelids are affected exercise hygienic routines to deal with the problem. Below are some of the simple ways that they can deal with rosacea flare up.
1. Don't drink and smoke
Believe it or not, rosacea can be triggered by smoking and alcoholic drinks. So to those who cannot stop these vices, here is another reason why you should.
2. Avoid sun exposure
Most people afflicted with rosacea suffer from flare ups when they stay under the sun for too long. And it's not just about the direct heat of the sun, even humidity and indoor heat can be triggers. It seems that when the temperature of the body rises, break outs occur. This is perhaps also the reason why spicy foods are also known to cause rosacea flare ups. Spiciness can increase the body's temperature.
3. Go to the doctor
For extreme cases that cannot anymore be managed by simply avoiding the triggers, go immediately to the doctor. Rosacea can get worse with age especially when it is not treated soon. Doctors will often prescribe medicines that can help you manage the problem. There will be no cure but at least you will have fewer break outs.
4. Record your meals
There are food products that can cause rosacea break outs. There are a lot from meat and dairy products to even vegetables. The trick is to find out soon which foods trigger the problem. Recording which food you ate before you had a break out will certainly help.
Those who have more extreme symptoms need continuous medication and treatment. And this is life long treatment. People who stop medications often go in remission and experience the same symptoms. But having rosacea isn't such a bad thing. Unlike other diseases, it is not actually dangerous and it does not affect any organs in the body. However, it can be a problem if the redness reach the area of the eyes which can hamper vision. People whose eyelids are affected exercise hygienic routines to deal with the problem. Below are some of the simple ways that they can deal with rosacea flare up.
1. Don't drink and smoke
Believe it or not, rosacea can be triggered by smoking and alcoholic drinks. So to those who cannot stop these vices, here is another reason why you should.
2. Avoid sun exposure
Most people afflicted with rosacea suffer from flare ups when they stay under the sun for too long. And it's not just about the direct heat of the sun, even humidity and indoor heat can be triggers. It seems that when the temperature of the body rises, break outs occur. This is perhaps also the reason why spicy foods are also known to cause rosacea flare ups. Spiciness can increase the body's temperature.
3. Go to the doctor
For extreme cases that cannot anymore be managed by simply avoiding the triggers, go immediately to the doctor. Rosacea can get worse with age especially when it is not treated soon. Doctors will often prescribe medicines that can help you manage the problem. There will be no cure but at least you will have fewer break outs.
4. Record your meals
There are food products that can cause rosacea break outs. There are a lot from meat and dairy products to even vegetables. The trick is to find out soon which foods trigger the problem. Recording which food you ate before you had a break out will certainly help.
Rosacea: What You Need To Know When Dealing With It
There are a lot of skin problems in the world but is perhaps more unpredictable than rosacea. Even with more than 46 million people affected in the world, nobody knows how it starts and how it can be cured. In fact some people who have rosacea do not even know that they have the skin problem because the symptoms are as regularly occurring as the symptoms of other diseases.
Rosacea is characterized by the reddening of the skin on the areas of the nose, forehead, chin and cheeks. Watery eyes may also developed as well as the appearance of blood vessels on the skin. Some patients think that they just have sunburn or are just easily flushed.
Usually these symptoms appear when triggers are present. Among the most common triggers are spicy food, exposure to sunlight and some skin products. Some people may also have to watch their diets since food products can be triggers too. Among those included in the list are meat products, veggies such as eggplants and beans, fruits like plums and of course, chocolate and other dairy products. Having all these as triggers of rosacea all the more complicates the problem. People cannot readily pinpoint which of these is triggering the problem. And without knowing the cause of their breakouts, they cannot hope to control them.
Because no one knows just how rosacea starts, there are a lot of treatments available to manage the problem. Remember though that rosacea cannot be cured. It is a lifelong problem that people can only manage. In fact, people who stop medication or treatment suffer from relapse after a few months. One of the ways to manage it is to use topical and oral medicines.
Topical medicines are usually the first to be prescribed because they have proven to be effective and do not have many side effects. One of the most common is the erythromycin which is often being prescribed to people with acne problems.
Oral medicines on the other hand should be taken carefully since they do have side effects especially with long term or prolonged use. Usually, if oral medications are effective, doctors prescribe them in combination with another treatment, often with laser treatments. Still, taking these oral medicines is closely monitored. Some medicines are not even recommended for prolonged use. There is a recommended number of months that it can be taken before it is exchanged with another form of treatmnent.
There are also medical procedures that are being done for people with rosacea problems. One of those procedures is the vascular laser procedure and the intense pulsed light procedure. These machines seem to be currently two of the best treatments of rosacea because they penetrate the skin and eliminates the redness that ensues. Some people get to have those symptoms completely removed for a long period of time. Of course the condition will likely occur again but at least patients are given a period of reprieve.
Another laser treatment being done for rosacea patients are with the use of CO2 lasers which removes excess tissues. The laser beam supposedly vaporize the tissue thus getting rid of the redness or at the very least, lessening the redness.
Rosacea is characterized by the reddening of the skin on the areas of the nose, forehead, chin and cheeks. Watery eyes may also developed as well as the appearance of blood vessels on the skin. Some patients think that they just have sunburn or are just easily flushed.
Usually these symptoms appear when triggers are present. Among the most common triggers are spicy food, exposure to sunlight and some skin products. Some people may also have to watch their diets since food products can be triggers too. Among those included in the list are meat products, veggies such as eggplants and beans, fruits like plums and of course, chocolate and other dairy products. Having all these as triggers of rosacea all the more complicates the problem. People cannot readily pinpoint which of these is triggering the problem. And without knowing the cause of their breakouts, they cannot hope to control them.
Because no one knows just how rosacea starts, there are a lot of treatments available to manage the problem. Remember though that rosacea cannot be cured. It is a lifelong problem that people can only manage. In fact, people who stop medication or treatment suffer from relapse after a few months. One of the ways to manage it is to use topical and oral medicines.
Topical medicines are usually the first to be prescribed because they have proven to be effective and do not have many side effects. One of the most common is the erythromycin which is often being prescribed to people with acne problems.
Oral medicines on the other hand should be taken carefully since they do have side effects especially with long term or prolonged use. Usually, if oral medications are effective, doctors prescribe them in combination with another treatment, often with laser treatments. Still, taking these oral medicines is closely monitored. Some medicines are not even recommended for prolonged use. There is a recommended number of months that it can be taken before it is exchanged with another form of treatmnent.
There are also medical procedures that are being done for people with rosacea problems. One of those procedures is the vascular laser procedure and the intense pulsed light procedure. These machines seem to be currently two of the best treatments of rosacea because they penetrate the skin and eliminates the redness that ensues. Some people get to have those symptoms completely removed for a long period of time. Of course the condition will likely occur again but at least patients are given a period of reprieve.
Another laser treatment being done for rosacea patients are with the use of CO2 lasers which removes excess tissues. The laser beam supposedly vaporize the tissue thus getting rid of the redness or at the very least, lessening the redness.
Preventing Rosacea The Natural Way
These days, more and more people are neglecting proper skin care due to busy schedule and this result to skin disorders such as Rosacea. Rosacea’s causes are yet to be discovered until now. Because of its prevalence especially in women, rosacea is considered as one of the most common skin orders in America with 1 among 20 Americans suffering from it.
Commonly characterized by flushing of the skin and the appearance of reddish or purplish discoloration on the skin, Rosacea has become a problem especially among women.
In fact, studies show that more and more women start to lose confidence because of the permanent enlargements of small blood vessels on their skin which also result to red and enlarged nose.
Natural means to prevent it
Because of its sporadic nature, Rosacea has become one of the skin disorders that are difficult to manage. However, experts say that prevention is the best cure to any disease that is why people who might be prone to this skin disease should develop good skin care habits as early as now.
Experts say that eating healthy foods is one of the major keys in combating skin disorder such as Rosacea which may be caused by toxicity that modern life brings. These days, with the growing numbers of people who suffer from different skin problems, people should be more vigilant in keeping up with a healthy lifestyle by eating healthy foods. This is very important not only to ensure good skin but also to maintain overall health.
Time and again, nutrition experts say that there are two major keys that lead to good skin—these include eating the right amount of food depending on the person’s need and lifestyle and eating a range of foods to ensure that the person gets balanced diet.
And since food and eating properly contribute so much to a healthy diet, people should focus more on considering the food their body needs especially on a diet. Experts remind that diet foods should contain the necessary vitamins and minerals that are quite essential for weight control and metabolism. These diet foods should include Vitamins B2, B3, B5, B6, Vitamin C, choline, inositol, chromium, manganese, and zinc.
Studies show that the perfect foods that help people achieve healthy skin should include a wide range of fruits. Aside from being an all-natural product, fruits are low in calories, rich in dietary fiber that helps boosts satiety, and satisfies a person’s sweet tooth without worrying about weight gain.
Containing all the nutrients and vitamins it has, fruits are an ideal diet food for those who are into losing weight or weight reduction and those who are striving to maintain their weight. Other nutritional benefits of fruit include the prevention of vitamin deficiency, a rich source of dietary fiber and rich in folate.
Just like fruits, vegetables are also considered perfect foods to avoid Rosacea and to those who are having problems in maintaining good skin care regimen. Aside from being a rich source of important vitamins and minerals such as vitamin B-complex micronutrients, vitamins C, E and K that combat vitamin deficiency, vegetables are also excellent sources of the protective plant micronutrient called “phytochemicals.”
Commonly characterized by flushing of the skin and the appearance of reddish or purplish discoloration on the skin, Rosacea has become a problem especially among women.
In fact, studies show that more and more women start to lose confidence because of the permanent enlargements of small blood vessels on their skin which also result to red and enlarged nose.
Natural means to prevent it
Because of its sporadic nature, Rosacea has become one of the skin disorders that are difficult to manage. However, experts say that prevention is the best cure to any disease that is why people who might be prone to this skin disease should develop good skin care habits as early as now.
Experts say that eating healthy foods is one of the major keys in combating skin disorder such as Rosacea which may be caused by toxicity that modern life brings. These days, with the growing numbers of people who suffer from different skin problems, people should be more vigilant in keeping up with a healthy lifestyle by eating healthy foods. This is very important not only to ensure good skin but also to maintain overall health.
Time and again, nutrition experts say that there are two major keys that lead to good skin—these include eating the right amount of food depending on the person’s need and lifestyle and eating a range of foods to ensure that the person gets balanced diet.
And since food and eating properly contribute so much to a healthy diet, people should focus more on considering the food their body needs especially on a diet. Experts remind that diet foods should contain the necessary vitamins and minerals that are quite essential for weight control and metabolism. These diet foods should include Vitamins B2, B3, B5, B6, Vitamin C, choline, inositol, chromium, manganese, and zinc.
Studies show that the perfect foods that help people achieve healthy skin should include a wide range of fruits. Aside from being an all-natural product, fruits are low in calories, rich in dietary fiber that helps boosts satiety, and satisfies a person’s sweet tooth without worrying about weight gain.
Containing all the nutrients and vitamins it has, fruits are an ideal diet food for those who are into losing weight or weight reduction and those who are striving to maintain their weight. Other nutritional benefits of fruit include the prevention of vitamin deficiency, a rich source of dietary fiber and rich in folate.
Just like fruits, vegetables are also considered perfect foods to avoid Rosacea and to those who are having problems in maintaining good skin care regimen. Aside from being a rich source of important vitamins and minerals such as vitamin B-complex micronutrients, vitamins C, E and K that combat vitamin deficiency, vegetables are also excellent sources of the protective plant micronutrient called “phytochemicals.”
Ocular Rosacea
Among the many diseases in our midst, Rosacea is characterized by its classic symptoms that are unmistakable in their being unique. Patchy flushing, redness, and inflammation particularly on the cheeks, nose, forehead, and around the mouth are among its distinct identifying marks. Rosacea usually comes out in people who are between 30 to 50 years old, and it usually attacks mostly women. As people get older, acid accumulates with the body organs, bones, in the face, and in the brain. Our head, including our face, receives the larger supply of blood.
The eyes
Around 85% of rosacea patients will experience symptoms related to their eyes. This is called ocular rosacea, and frequently precedes the other appearances on the skin.
These ocular symptoms do not threaten the eyesight, with the treatment of 1/3 steroid and 2/3 antibiotics. The eye symptoms can go completely unnoticed. Oftentimes, it is the doctor (or ophthalmologist) who first notices the eye symptoms.
Advanced
Rosacea may or may not affect the eyes. Not everyone with rosacea has eye issues. A particular complication of advanced rosacea (known as ocular rosacea) affects the eyes, however.
About half of all people with rosacea report feeling burning, dryness, and grittiness of the eyes (conjunctivitis). These individuals may also experience redness of the eyelids and light sensitivity.
Untreated eye rosacea may cause permanent damage, including impaired vision.
Symptoms
The symptoms include a persistent burning sensation and the feeling of grittiness in the eyes. The eyelids are inflamed and swollen. The eyes sometimes become bloodshot and eye lashes fall out.
The ocular signs are extremely variable, including blepharitis, conjunctivitis, iritis, and even keratitis. These ocular complications are independent of the severity of the facial rosacea symptoms. Extreme keratitis can lead to corneal opacity and blindness.
The most frequent symptoms include chronically inflamed margins of the eyelids with scales and crusts. Photophobia (sensitivity to light) and pain are sometimes present.
The nose
In the face, it is the nose that sometimes gets disfigured by rosacea. It can become bumpy and red, sporting dilated small blood vessels.
Left unattended (and untreated), the advanced stages of rosacea can develop into rhinophyma. It is a disfiguring nose condition characterized by a bulbous nose enlarged by the disease.
Bumps
There might be some bumps on the lower half of the nose and the nearby cheek areas. Severe rhinophyma occurs only on men. However, it can now be surgically corrected and repaired.
Some people falsely attribute the prominent red nose to heavy drinking. This stigma can cause embarrassment to people with the disease. The dilemma is hard to solve. You are not a hard drinker but your rosacea symptoms are putting you on the spot.
Lifestyle changes
You can help minimize your chances of contracting rosacea by some personal lifestyle changes. These include diet and exercise where you can identify your rosacea trigger foods (caffeine, spices, sugar and other sweeteners, etc.)
Try to minimize the use of your skin and makeup products. Some chemicals might just be the silent triggers to the disease. This includes perfumes and other related products.
Even at this stage, rosacea has yet to find a cure, including your ocular rosacea. In the meantime, your doctor knows best how to treat the many symptoms of your rosacea. Life goes on.
The eyes
Around 85% of rosacea patients will experience symptoms related to their eyes. This is called ocular rosacea, and frequently precedes the other appearances on the skin.
These ocular symptoms do not threaten the eyesight, with the treatment of 1/3 steroid and 2/3 antibiotics. The eye symptoms can go completely unnoticed. Oftentimes, it is the doctor (or ophthalmologist) who first notices the eye symptoms.
Advanced
Rosacea may or may not affect the eyes. Not everyone with rosacea has eye issues. A particular complication of advanced rosacea (known as ocular rosacea) affects the eyes, however.
About half of all people with rosacea report feeling burning, dryness, and grittiness of the eyes (conjunctivitis). These individuals may also experience redness of the eyelids and light sensitivity.
Untreated eye rosacea may cause permanent damage, including impaired vision.
Symptoms
The symptoms include a persistent burning sensation and the feeling of grittiness in the eyes. The eyelids are inflamed and swollen. The eyes sometimes become bloodshot and eye lashes fall out.
The ocular signs are extremely variable, including blepharitis, conjunctivitis, iritis, and even keratitis. These ocular complications are independent of the severity of the facial rosacea symptoms. Extreme keratitis can lead to corneal opacity and blindness.
The most frequent symptoms include chronically inflamed margins of the eyelids with scales and crusts. Photophobia (sensitivity to light) and pain are sometimes present.
The nose
In the face, it is the nose that sometimes gets disfigured by rosacea. It can become bumpy and red, sporting dilated small blood vessels.
Left unattended (and untreated), the advanced stages of rosacea can develop into rhinophyma. It is a disfiguring nose condition characterized by a bulbous nose enlarged by the disease.
Bumps
There might be some bumps on the lower half of the nose and the nearby cheek areas. Severe rhinophyma occurs only on men. However, it can now be surgically corrected and repaired.
Some people falsely attribute the prominent red nose to heavy drinking. This stigma can cause embarrassment to people with the disease. The dilemma is hard to solve. You are not a hard drinker but your rosacea symptoms are putting you on the spot.
Lifestyle changes
You can help minimize your chances of contracting rosacea by some personal lifestyle changes. These include diet and exercise where you can identify your rosacea trigger foods (caffeine, spices, sugar and other sweeteners, etc.)
Try to minimize the use of your skin and makeup products. Some chemicals might just be the silent triggers to the disease. This includes perfumes and other related products.
Even at this stage, rosacea has yet to find a cure, including your ocular rosacea. In the meantime, your doctor knows best how to treat the many symptoms of your rosacea. Life goes on.
Friday, October 8, 2010
Managing Rosacea
Managing Rosacea
Rosacea starts out like any other common skin disease where the victims usually begin with a tendency to flush or blush easily. As rosacea progresses, the victims usually develop redness in the centers of both their cheeks.
The redness, after a time, spreads gradually beyond the nose and the cheeks. It then goes to the forehead and the chin, and on some people, even the ears, chest and back are affected.
The face of rosacea
Tiny blood vessels they call spider veins develop on their faces, especially on both their cheeks. After a while, small red bumps develop and appear in crops. Some of these red bumps contain pus (pustules) and those without pus are called papules.
These red bumps look like acne, and people usually call them adult acne. However, the affected skin swells and these bumps do not develop into blackheads.
Other symptoms
In advanced cases, rhinophyma may develop. Rhinophyma makes the nose larger (“bulbous nose”) and the cheeks puffy. These are caused by the enlarged oil glands.
At the lower half of the nose, thick bumps also develop. Usually, this condition tends to develop more in men than in women.
About half of rosacea victims develop what is called ocular rosacea, affecting the eyes.
It often causes dryness, burning and grittiness of the eyes. If left untreated, it can develop into serious complications, including blindness.
Tips for patients
There are so many things that can trigger rosacea flare-ups. To help decrease these, the following are recommendations from dermatologists taken from data supplied by the victims themselves.
Avoid certain foods and drinks. Spicy foods, caffeine, hot drinks, and alcohol – these are just some of the most common triggers for rosacea. Alcohol is bad for both drinkers and non-drinkers alike. Even the smell of spicy foods triggers some reactions to those allergic to them.
Always have a good sun protection. Exposure to the sun seems to be the most common trigger. Limit your exposure to sunlight, but if you do, wear some SPF30 sunscreen and re-apply them every 2 hours.
Guard your skin from extreme heat or very cold temperatures. Either one aggravates rosacea. Protect your face from cold and wind with a non-irritating scarf or ski mask. Do not overheat. Exercise in a cool place.
Do not use skin care products or any cosmetics that contain alcohol or other irritating substances. When using hair sprays, avoid having the spray get in contact with your face.
Avoid rubbing, scrubbing or massaging the face. As much as possible, keep your face clean and avoid having to touch it unless necessary. Keep your skin care routine simple and use fewer products.
It is important to note the episodes when your flushing occurs. The above list is just the common triggers that happen to most rosacea victims. There are other triggers not listed here.
By writing down and taking notes to what foods, products, activities, medications and other things that triggers your rosacea, you would be able to exactly know them to be able to avoid them.
Rosacea starts out like any other common skin disease where the victims usually begin with a tendency to flush or blush easily. As rosacea progresses, the victims usually develop redness in the centers of both their cheeks.
The redness, after a time, spreads gradually beyond the nose and the cheeks. It then goes to the forehead and the chin, and on some people, even the ears, chest and back are affected.
The face of rosacea
Tiny blood vessels they call spider veins develop on their faces, especially on both their cheeks. After a while, small red bumps develop and appear in crops. Some of these red bumps contain pus (pustules) and those without pus are called papules.
These red bumps look like acne, and people usually call them adult acne. However, the affected skin swells and these bumps do not develop into blackheads.
Other symptoms
In advanced cases, rhinophyma may develop. Rhinophyma makes the nose larger (“bulbous nose”) and the cheeks puffy. These are caused by the enlarged oil glands.
At the lower half of the nose, thick bumps also develop. Usually, this condition tends to develop more in men than in women.
About half of rosacea victims develop what is called ocular rosacea, affecting the eyes.
It often causes dryness, burning and grittiness of the eyes. If left untreated, it can develop into serious complications, including blindness.
Tips for patients
There are so many things that can trigger rosacea flare-ups. To help decrease these, the following are recommendations from dermatologists taken from data supplied by the victims themselves.
Avoid certain foods and drinks. Spicy foods, caffeine, hot drinks, and alcohol – these are just some of the most common triggers for rosacea. Alcohol is bad for both drinkers and non-drinkers alike. Even the smell of spicy foods triggers some reactions to those allergic to them.
Always have a good sun protection. Exposure to the sun seems to be the most common trigger. Limit your exposure to sunlight, but if you do, wear some SPF30 sunscreen and re-apply them every 2 hours.
Guard your skin from extreme heat or very cold temperatures. Either one aggravates rosacea. Protect your face from cold and wind with a non-irritating scarf or ski mask. Do not overheat. Exercise in a cool place.
Do not use skin care products or any cosmetics that contain alcohol or other irritating substances. When using hair sprays, avoid having the spray get in contact with your face.
Avoid rubbing, scrubbing or massaging the face. As much as possible, keep your face clean and avoid having to touch it unless necessary. Keep your skin care routine simple and use fewer products.
It is important to note the episodes when your flushing occurs. The above list is just the common triggers that happen to most rosacea victims. There are other triggers not listed here.
By writing down and taking notes to what foods, products, activities, medications and other things that triggers your rosacea, you would be able to exactly know them to be able to avoid them.
How to Treating Rosacea
How to Treating Rosacea
One of the most difficult things to treat is a disease with an unknown cause. Not knowing where the problem comes from makes giving medications dangerous. Rosacea is such a disease. Even with tens of millions of people affected by the skin problem, scientists still do not know what exactly causes it. They only know that there is rosacea when the symptoms appear. Among these symptoms are redness on the skin, particularly in the forehead, the cheeks, the nose and the chin; blood vessels that are visible on the skin; bumps or pimples on the skin and eyes that are watery. Rosacea is different from acne because its pimples do not whitehead or blackheads. Inside you will find clear liquid.
For mild cases, what is considered a treatment is avoiding the triggers, which can be really confusing. Not all people have the same triggers. Some rosacea patients have break outs when they are exposed to the sun, when the temperature is really high and when the weather is humid. Some get their pimples from eating spicy foods or dishes that trigger their condition: some kinds of veggies and dairy products. Stress can also be a trigger and so using cosmetics and other skin products. In fact, in some cases, people get rosacea breakouts when they put benzoyl peroxide which is a known medication for acne and isolated cases of pimples.
Despite this, having rosacea is not a hopeless case. Rosacea can be treated by a host of medical treatments. The only trick is to find the treatment that suits you. Among the treatments available are using products like antibacterial washes, topical creams and antibiotic pills. Some patients also undergo laser therapies, pulse-light procedures and photodynamic therapy. Others, especially those with extreme cases of rosacea, undergo a combination of treatments: both the medications and the therapies. These all depends on the evaluation of the dermatologist.
Topical creams, for instance, are very effective in controlling the symptoms of rosacea for some patients. Usually, this is the first drug that doctors will prescribe to see just how the patient will react to medications. They are antibiotic that help fight off bacteria. Examples of medications that have proved to be effective are metronidazole and Azelaic acid, which both controls the redness and lessens the bumps in rosacea cases. Another is sodium sulfacetamide which is used for inflammation. Other common skin medications like erythromycin and clindamycin are sometimes prescribed.
Some patients are also given oral antibiotics like tetracycline, minocycline, amoxicillin and doxycycline. Doctors, however, try to avoid giving these right away because of the potential side effects that oral medications can bring.
In some cases, doctors also prescribe taking steroids for a short period of time. There are also steroid lotions that may be used once or twice a day to the areas with the breakout.
There is however that risk of exacerbating the condition with topical steroids so prolonged use is not recommended. Some patients also suffer from perioral dermatitis, which happens when the skin around the mouth is irritated.
One of the most difficult things to treat is a disease with an unknown cause. Not knowing where the problem comes from makes giving medications dangerous. Rosacea is such a disease. Even with tens of millions of people affected by the skin problem, scientists still do not know what exactly causes it. They only know that there is rosacea when the symptoms appear. Among these symptoms are redness on the skin, particularly in the forehead, the cheeks, the nose and the chin; blood vessels that are visible on the skin; bumps or pimples on the skin and eyes that are watery. Rosacea is different from acne because its pimples do not whitehead or blackheads. Inside you will find clear liquid.
For mild cases, what is considered a treatment is avoiding the triggers, which can be really confusing. Not all people have the same triggers. Some rosacea patients have break outs when they are exposed to the sun, when the temperature is really high and when the weather is humid. Some get their pimples from eating spicy foods or dishes that trigger their condition: some kinds of veggies and dairy products. Stress can also be a trigger and so using cosmetics and other skin products. In fact, in some cases, people get rosacea breakouts when they put benzoyl peroxide which is a known medication for acne and isolated cases of pimples.
Despite this, having rosacea is not a hopeless case. Rosacea can be treated by a host of medical treatments. The only trick is to find the treatment that suits you. Among the treatments available are using products like antibacterial washes, topical creams and antibiotic pills. Some patients also undergo laser therapies, pulse-light procedures and photodynamic therapy. Others, especially those with extreme cases of rosacea, undergo a combination of treatments: both the medications and the therapies. These all depends on the evaluation of the dermatologist.
Topical creams, for instance, are very effective in controlling the symptoms of rosacea for some patients. Usually, this is the first drug that doctors will prescribe to see just how the patient will react to medications. They are antibiotic that help fight off bacteria. Examples of medications that have proved to be effective are metronidazole and Azelaic acid, which both controls the redness and lessens the bumps in rosacea cases. Another is sodium sulfacetamide which is used for inflammation. Other common skin medications like erythromycin and clindamycin are sometimes prescribed.
Some patients are also given oral antibiotics like tetracycline, minocycline, amoxicillin and doxycycline. Doctors, however, try to avoid giving these right away because of the potential side effects that oral medications can bring.
In some cases, doctors also prescribe taking steroids for a short period of time. There are also steroid lotions that may be used once or twice a day to the areas with the breakout.
There is however that risk of exacerbating the condition with topical steroids so prolonged use is not recommended. Some patients also suffer from perioral dermatitis, which happens when the skin around the mouth is irritated.
Foods That People Suffering From Rosacea Should Eat
Foods That People Suffering From Rosacea Should Eat
With all the toxicities modern life brings, people should be more careful in watching their skin because they are more prone to disorders such as Rosacea.
Rosacea is a skin condition that is characterized by flushed skin as well as reddish and purple blotches that continue to grow over time. If remained untreated, it will continue to result to pigmented skin with big red blotches caused by blotted blood vessels.
It is very common to women and its advance stages are diagnosed when the patient reaches 30 and above. It is said that the causes of this skin condition us yet to be discovered. Experts say that there are so many factors that can trigger this and the severity of the condition depends on the genes and family history of the condition.
Experts say that one of the probable causes of Rosacea is eating foods that may trigger it such as spicy foods, caffeine, alcohol and too much fatty foods. To those who are prone to developing Rosacea, they should consume the following foods on a regular basis:
1. Fruits. Studies show that fruits are perfect for people who want to take good care of their skin. Aside from being an all-natural product, fruits are low in calories, rich in dietary fiber that helps boosts satiety, and satisfies a person’s sweet tooth without worrying about weight gain and storing fats which can affect the skin’s condition. Containing all the nutrients and vitamins it has, fruits are an ideal for maintaining good skin because it also aids in the prevention of vitamin deficiency, a rich source of dietary fiber and rich in folate. However, citrus fruits should be avoided because these are considered as offenders for Rosacea.
2. Vegetables. Just like fruits, vegetables are also considered perfect foods for the skin. Aside from being low in calorie-content, high in dietary fiber, and full of dietary nutrients that help maintain efficient metabolism, veggies—in various preparations—also make good and appetizing snacks. Aside from being a rich source of important vitamins and minerals such as vitamin B-complex micronutrients, vitamins C, E and K that combat vitamin deficiency, vegetables are also excellent sources of the protective plant micronutrient called “phytochemicals.” Having vegetables as diet food also lowers the risk of heart disease, cancers, and high blood pressure while protecting the body from having illnesses caused by muscle degeneration.
3. Tofu. This is also good for avoiding Rosacea because it is packed with protein as well as cooling properties which can aid the redness of the skin.
4. Meats. For people with Rosacea, lean chicken/turkey meats, and fish are also ideal food for the skin compared to red meats. This is because these are rich in protein, essential minerals and vitamins, and micronutrients for excellent metabolism and would veer away the storage of fats.
5. Seaweed. This is one of the most suggested foods that people with Rosacea because it greatly helps in eliminating the dampness.
6. Water. It is always best to drink up lots of water, ideally 10 to 12 glasses a day to ensure that you are well hydrated. This will also help wash out the impurities in the body.
With all the toxicities modern life brings, people should be more careful in watching their skin because they are more prone to disorders such as Rosacea.
Rosacea is a skin condition that is characterized by flushed skin as well as reddish and purple blotches that continue to grow over time. If remained untreated, it will continue to result to pigmented skin with big red blotches caused by blotted blood vessels.
It is very common to women and its advance stages are diagnosed when the patient reaches 30 and above. It is said that the causes of this skin condition us yet to be discovered. Experts say that there are so many factors that can trigger this and the severity of the condition depends on the genes and family history of the condition.
Experts say that one of the probable causes of Rosacea is eating foods that may trigger it such as spicy foods, caffeine, alcohol and too much fatty foods. To those who are prone to developing Rosacea, they should consume the following foods on a regular basis:
1. Fruits. Studies show that fruits are perfect for people who want to take good care of their skin. Aside from being an all-natural product, fruits are low in calories, rich in dietary fiber that helps boosts satiety, and satisfies a person’s sweet tooth without worrying about weight gain and storing fats which can affect the skin’s condition. Containing all the nutrients and vitamins it has, fruits are an ideal for maintaining good skin because it also aids in the prevention of vitamin deficiency, a rich source of dietary fiber and rich in folate. However, citrus fruits should be avoided because these are considered as offenders for Rosacea.
2. Vegetables. Just like fruits, vegetables are also considered perfect foods for the skin. Aside from being low in calorie-content, high in dietary fiber, and full of dietary nutrients that help maintain efficient metabolism, veggies—in various preparations—also make good and appetizing snacks. Aside from being a rich source of important vitamins and minerals such as vitamin B-complex micronutrients, vitamins C, E and K that combat vitamin deficiency, vegetables are also excellent sources of the protective plant micronutrient called “phytochemicals.” Having vegetables as diet food also lowers the risk of heart disease, cancers, and high blood pressure while protecting the body from having illnesses caused by muscle degeneration.
3. Tofu. This is also good for avoiding Rosacea because it is packed with protein as well as cooling properties which can aid the redness of the skin.
4. Meats. For people with Rosacea, lean chicken/turkey meats, and fish are also ideal food for the skin compared to red meats. This is because these are rich in protein, essential minerals and vitamins, and micronutrients for excellent metabolism and would veer away the storage of fats.
5. Seaweed. This is one of the most suggested foods that people with Rosacea because it greatly helps in eliminating the dampness.
6. Water. It is always best to drink up lots of water, ideally 10 to 12 glasses a day to ensure that you are well hydrated. This will also help wash out the impurities in the body.
Foods That May Trigger Rosacea
Foods That May Trigger Rosacea
People who are busy with their work are usually the ones who are prone to suffering skin disorders such as Rosacea. This is because the exhaustion and their hectic schedule keep them from maintaining healthy skin on a daily basis. If you are one of those who are having trouble to keep healthy skin due to too much work, it is now time to reflect what might be causing these and address it properly.
Rosacea is a skin disorder that results to flushed skin. If remains undiagnosed, it will result to the appearance of purplish or reddish discoloration on the skin as well as the dark blotches due to permanent enlargements of small blood vessels.
This is considered as among the most common skin disorders in the US. In fact, studies show that 1 out of 20 Americans are diagnosed to suffer from this skin disorder. Experts say that women are most prone to this skin condition and their overall appearance is greatly affected.
Various cases of Rosacea show that people who are suffering from it, aside from extreme skin flushing, will eventually have enlarged and swollen nose which continues to turn red over time.
Don’t trigger it
Experts say that up until now, the exact cause or causes of Rosacea have been identified. Some studies show that the skin disorder can be caused by foods and unhealthy lifestyle.
Experts also say that the best way to prevent it is to avoid foods that may trigger it. These are the foods that may trigger Rosacea:
- Foods that contain too much fat. Experts say that people are eating foods that have too much fat are prone to not sleeping well at night because it creates a lot of digesting work for the stomach. Lack of sleep, experts say, is one of the major reasons of developing skin disorder such as Rosacea. If you want to avoid developing any skin disorder, he or she should get better sleep by cutting down on foods that are too rich or fatty so there will be lesser work for the stomach especially at nighttime.
- Too much spicy or acidic foods. These sets of foods can very much trigger Rosacea because if one eats too many sets of spicy foods, it can lead to troubles in the stomach and even prickly skin.
- Too much alcohol intake. Some people say that alcohol may help one to get better sleep or can relieve stress but it greatly affects the skin because it makes it dry. When the skin is dry, it is more prone to wrinkles and other skin conditions.
- Foods that contain caffeine. These are another set of culprits for people who are having trouble in maintaining their skin care regimen and those who are prone to suffering to skin diseases such as Rosacea. If you are prone to this, it is best to avoid foods as well as drinks that have high caffeine content such as coffee, chocolates, sodas that are caffeinated as well as teas.
People who are busy with their work are usually the ones who are prone to suffering skin disorders such as Rosacea. This is because the exhaustion and their hectic schedule keep them from maintaining healthy skin on a daily basis. If you are one of those who are having trouble to keep healthy skin due to too much work, it is now time to reflect what might be causing these and address it properly.
Rosacea is a skin disorder that results to flushed skin. If remains undiagnosed, it will result to the appearance of purplish or reddish discoloration on the skin as well as the dark blotches due to permanent enlargements of small blood vessels.
This is considered as among the most common skin disorders in the US. In fact, studies show that 1 out of 20 Americans are diagnosed to suffer from this skin disorder. Experts say that women are most prone to this skin condition and their overall appearance is greatly affected.
Various cases of Rosacea show that people who are suffering from it, aside from extreme skin flushing, will eventually have enlarged and swollen nose which continues to turn red over time.
Don’t trigger it
Experts say that up until now, the exact cause or causes of Rosacea have been identified. Some studies show that the skin disorder can be caused by foods and unhealthy lifestyle.
Experts also say that the best way to prevent it is to avoid foods that may trigger it. These are the foods that may trigger Rosacea:
- Foods that contain too much fat. Experts say that people are eating foods that have too much fat are prone to not sleeping well at night because it creates a lot of digesting work for the stomach. Lack of sleep, experts say, is one of the major reasons of developing skin disorder such as Rosacea. If you want to avoid developing any skin disorder, he or she should get better sleep by cutting down on foods that are too rich or fatty so there will be lesser work for the stomach especially at nighttime.
- Too much spicy or acidic foods. These sets of foods can very much trigger Rosacea because if one eats too many sets of spicy foods, it can lead to troubles in the stomach and even prickly skin.
- Too much alcohol intake. Some people say that alcohol may help one to get better sleep or can relieve stress but it greatly affects the skin because it makes it dry. When the skin is dry, it is more prone to wrinkles and other skin conditions.
- Foods that contain caffeine. These are another set of culprits for people who are having trouble in maintaining their skin care regimen and those who are prone to suffering to skin diseases such as Rosacea. If you are prone to this, it is best to avoid foods as well as drinks that have high caffeine content such as coffee, chocolates, sodas that are caffeinated as well as teas.
Effective Skin Care Strategies To Prevent Rosacea
Effective Skin Care Strategies To Prevent Rosacea
With the growing popularity of different skin care products out there, people who have skin problems such as Rosacea endlessly search for skin care products to relieve them. But then, due to lack of knowledge and information, more and more people are misled to use products and avail of treatments without consulting a dermatologist or a physician resulting to a more devastating situation.
To avoid mistakes in choosing skin care products and treatments, it is very important to have the knowledge about general causes of skin problems—its types, the age of the patient, current status or condition—so you know what are the products appropriate for each kind.
Also, try to prevent the development of the skin condition by developing strategies to keep their skin healthy.
Prevention is the best cure
Aside from skin problems, experts say that aging greatly contributes to unhealthy skin. In fact, some people feel that aging or growing old is like paying for something they haven’t consumed. But, if aging—like skin problems—is understood properly, preventive measures can done to avoid seeing aging as a torture or a punishment. The following are just some of the simple skin care strategies that you can practice to your daily life.
1. Watch what you eat. Avoid hot and spicy foods as well as hot foods to avoid further complications. Also,dDo everything you can to maintain a healthy weight. Maintaining a healthy weight that corresponds to your height is one of the best ways to avoid developing skin disorders. Keeping a healthy weight can be possible by eat fruits and vegetables, limiting fat and calories intake, and with regular work out and exercise.
2. Quit smoking. Smoking is truly dangerous not only to your health, to the health of those people surrounding you, and most especially to your skin. If you can, you must start developing a routine in order to quit smoking. When you stop smoking, you can achieve a healthier skin and can reduce the risk of having heart diseases and lung diseases such as cancer.
3. Shield yourself from the sun's damaging rays. Protecting yourself from the sun's deadly rays is one of the best skin care strategies out there. Since exposure to the sun is one of the major causes of skin disorder, lesser exposure to it can help you reduce the risk factor of skin cancer. To protect your skin further, avoid long sun exposure 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. and always apply sun block the skin when you're staying outdoors.
4. Drink plenty of water. Hydrating your skin is also one of the best skin care strategies out there to prevent Rosacea. Make sure that you provide your body enough supply of water and not with fluids that can damage organs in the body and weaken the immune system such as alcohol.
5. Always keep your face and body clean. Rosacea is a skin condition that could be preventable by eliminating the factors that would aggravate the condition such as dirt. After cleaning your face thoroughly, you can also apply the treatment that your doctor has prescribed.
With the growing popularity of different skin care products out there, people who have skin problems such as Rosacea endlessly search for skin care products to relieve them. But then, due to lack of knowledge and information, more and more people are misled to use products and avail of treatments without consulting a dermatologist or a physician resulting to a more devastating situation.
To avoid mistakes in choosing skin care products and treatments, it is very important to have the knowledge about general causes of skin problems—its types, the age of the patient, current status or condition—so you know what are the products appropriate for each kind.
Also, try to prevent the development of the skin condition by developing strategies to keep their skin healthy.
Prevention is the best cure
Aside from skin problems, experts say that aging greatly contributes to unhealthy skin. In fact, some people feel that aging or growing old is like paying for something they haven’t consumed. But, if aging—like skin problems—is understood properly, preventive measures can done to avoid seeing aging as a torture or a punishment. The following are just some of the simple skin care strategies that you can practice to your daily life.
1. Watch what you eat. Avoid hot and spicy foods as well as hot foods to avoid further complications. Also,dDo everything you can to maintain a healthy weight. Maintaining a healthy weight that corresponds to your height is one of the best ways to avoid developing skin disorders. Keeping a healthy weight can be possible by eat fruits and vegetables, limiting fat and calories intake, and with regular work out and exercise.
2. Quit smoking. Smoking is truly dangerous not only to your health, to the health of those people surrounding you, and most especially to your skin. If you can, you must start developing a routine in order to quit smoking. When you stop smoking, you can achieve a healthier skin and can reduce the risk of having heart diseases and lung diseases such as cancer.
3. Shield yourself from the sun's damaging rays. Protecting yourself from the sun's deadly rays is one of the best skin care strategies out there. Since exposure to the sun is one of the major causes of skin disorder, lesser exposure to it can help you reduce the risk factor of skin cancer. To protect your skin further, avoid long sun exposure 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. and always apply sun block the skin when you're staying outdoors.
4. Drink plenty of water. Hydrating your skin is also one of the best skin care strategies out there to prevent Rosacea. Make sure that you provide your body enough supply of water and not with fluids that can damage organs in the body and weaken the immune system such as alcohol.
5. Always keep your face and body clean. Rosacea is a skin condition that could be preventable by eliminating the factors that would aggravate the condition such as dirt. After cleaning your face thoroughly, you can also apply the treatment that your doctor has prescribed.
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Curing Rosacea
Curing Rosacea
More and more people are becoming conscious and open-minded about enhancing their physical appearances in order to achieve their goals in life. However, there are conditions that appear on our skin that beyond our control such as rosacea.
Today, one of the most common problems of people is suffering from different skin disorders like. Rosacea—a chronic and lifelong skin condition, which usually affects the face—has become one of the most common skin diseases that Americans with 1:20 ratio.
It is said that women are more affected especially in the or earlier years compared to men. But more men progress to the advanced stages when they reach 40 and above.
Research says that rosacea, commonly characterized by various skin disorders like skin flushing, appearance of reddish or purplish discoloration, permanent enlargements of small blood vessels, and enlarged, red, swollen nose, has become one of the most difficult to manage because of its sporadic nature.
Putting an end
Dermatologists, despite having the knowledge in managing the skin disease, still cannot pinpoint the exact cause of rosacea.
Theories explain that overexposure to the sun, skin mites, infection with common bacteria, and genetic defects in the arrangement of blood vessels in the skin are some of suspected causes of rosacea. Although these signs and symptoms are not health hazards, they can be a cause of great discomfort that will eventually lead to loss of self-esteem.
There is no definite cure for rosacea yet, more and more products are created to manage the disease. In fact, dermatologists now recognize a prelude to rosacea called “pre-rosacea” where treatment can be done even before the skin disease is full blown.
Several topical and oral medications like antibiotic creams and gels can help tame bumps and pimples while laser therapy can fade redness and blood vessels are be used and performed to control flushing while lessening skin discoloration and swollen blood vessels.
Other prescribed rosacea skin care treatments include steroids, retnoids, and accutane. Aside from taking these topical and laser treatments, most dermatologists agree that the ultimate rosacea skin care treatment lies on the person’s lifestyles especially on their eating habits.
To avoid the occurrence of rosacea, refrain from eating foods high in B6 and B12 doses, chocolates, tomatoes, garlic, wine, citrus fruits, eggplants, avocadoes, spinach, raisins, figs, bananas, hot beverages, hard liquor, beer, cheeses, yogurts, sour creams, milk, hot sausages, red, black and white peppers, vinegar, paprika, and marinated meats.
Reduction of stress levels and direct exposure to sunlight must also be avoided. When people are stressed, they are more likely to increase their hormone levels that may trigger the outbreak. It would be best to take some time off and avoid too much thinking to avoid beings stressed so much.
For people who suffer from rosacea, it is very important to learn the current and future physiological and psychological effects of apart from focusing too much on the aesthetic aspect. It is also equally important for the rosacea patient to get support and advice from family members and relatives in combating this skin disease.
More and more people are becoming conscious and open-minded about enhancing their physical appearances in order to achieve their goals in life. However, there are conditions that appear on our skin that beyond our control such as rosacea.
Today, one of the most common problems of people is suffering from different skin disorders like. Rosacea—a chronic and lifelong skin condition, which usually affects the face—has become one of the most common skin diseases that Americans with 1:20 ratio.
It is said that women are more affected especially in the or earlier years compared to men. But more men progress to the advanced stages when they reach 40 and above.
Research says that rosacea, commonly characterized by various skin disorders like skin flushing, appearance of reddish or purplish discoloration, permanent enlargements of small blood vessels, and enlarged, red, swollen nose, has become one of the most difficult to manage because of its sporadic nature.
Putting an end
Dermatologists, despite having the knowledge in managing the skin disease, still cannot pinpoint the exact cause of rosacea.
Theories explain that overexposure to the sun, skin mites, infection with common bacteria, and genetic defects in the arrangement of blood vessels in the skin are some of suspected causes of rosacea. Although these signs and symptoms are not health hazards, they can be a cause of great discomfort that will eventually lead to loss of self-esteem.
There is no definite cure for rosacea yet, more and more products are created to manage the disease. In fact, dermatologists now recognize a prelude to rosacea called “pre-rosacea” where treatment can be done even before the skin disease is full blown.
Several topical and oral medications like antibiotic creams and gels can help tame bumps and pimples while laser therapy can fade redness and blood vessels are be used and performed to control flushing while lessening skin discoloration and swollen blood vessels.
Other prescribed rosacea skin care treatments include steroids, retnoids, and accutane. Aside from taking these topical and laser treatments, most dermatologists agree that the ultimate rosacea skin care treatment lies on the person’s lifestyles especially on their eating habits.
To avoid the occurrence of rosacea, refrain from eating foods high in B6 and B12 doses, chocolates, tomatoes, garlic, wine, citrus fruits, eggplants, avocadoes, spinach, raisins, figs, bananas, hot beverages, hard liquor, beer, cheeses, yogurts, sour creams, milk, hot sausages, red, black and white peppers, vinegar, paprika, and marinated meats.
Reduction of stress levels and direct exposure to sunlight must also be avoided. When people are stressed, they are more likely to increase their hormone levels that may trigger the outbreak. It would be best to take some time off and avoid too much thinking to avoid beings stressed so much.
For people who suffer from rosacea, it is very important to learn the current and future physiological and psychological effects of apart from focusing too much on the aesthetic aspect. It is also equally important for the rosacea patient to get support and advice from family members and relatives in combating this skin disease.
Rosacea – A Short Overview
Rosacea – A Short Overview
From a medical point of view, Rosacea is a “chronic inflammation of the skin”. It causes redness and pimples on the nose, cheeks, chin and forehead. It comes and goes and is sometimes called adult acne. It can also cause soreness of the eyes and eyelids.
It starts as someone’s tendency to blush easily, but it can progress into facial redness, and red bumps and pustules.
Symptoms
The disease is likely to appear at age 30. (Pre-rosacea is seen sometimes in teens and early 20’s.) A flushed face, pimples or bumps (swelling) around the cheeks, nose, mouth and forehead are early indications.
Sometimes, tiny red veins appear on the face, and there is a burning or stinging pain when applied with lotions or medicines. The face will become increasingly dry and sensitive.
In ocular rosacea, the eyes become red and look irritated, including the eyelids which may look red and swollen. Vision sometimes can be blurry. The eyes become watery and tend to develop sties. (Unchecked, there is a possibility of corneal damage or even blindness.)
In extreme cases, especially without treatment, there would be knobby bumps on the nose and cheeks that can multiply. This is advanced rosacea (rhinophyma).
Causes
The exact cause or causes are not yet known. Researchers think rosacea is caused by genetic conditions and environmental factors (bacteria and the sun, etc.)The disease has a tendency to affect fair-skinned people or those who blush easily.
Rosacea flares up when blood vessels in the face expand and causes blushing or redness. The triggers are the sun, wind, stress, alcohol, spicy food, hot weather and hot baths. Sometimes, mood changes can cause a rosacea flare-up.
Treatments
Unfortunately, rosacea has no cure, only medicine to manage the disease. The symptoms can be treated to keep the disease from getting worse.
For the redness and the pimples, antibiotic creams and pills are sometimes recommended by the doctors. (Pregnant women are barred from using antibiotics.) Antibiotics also take some time to work on the improvements of your symptoms.
Surgery
Doctors sometimes prescribe stronger medicines if antibiotics cannot do the control job. As a last resort, surgery may sometimes help your skin look better. The choices include dermabrasion, cryosurgery or laser surgery.
Oral antibiotics and some topical solutions can keep your rosacea under control. A photodynamic therapy can reduce redness and the appearance of the blood vessels. For patients with severe rhinophyma (“bulbous nose”), laser re-surfacing can be used to reshape your nose.
Acne and Rosacea
There is no truth that one causes the other, but these two skin conditions often appear together. Unfortunately, acne (“acne vulgaris”) and rosacea required two different kinds of treatments.
Rosacea is a disorder afflicting the extensive facial vascular network. Acne, on the other hand, is related to the oil glands that can affect the skin all over the body.
If you have both, it is best to consult your doctor on your skin care routine because the methods used to treat one condition can make the other disease worse. It is a tricky position for you and your rosacea.
From a medical point of view, Rosacea is a “chronic inflammation of the skin”. It causes redness and pimples on the nose, cheeks, chin and forehead. It comes and goes and is sometimes called adult acne. It can also cause soreness of the eyes and eyelids.
It starts as someone’s tendency to blush easily, but it can progress into facial redness, and red bumps and pustules.
Symptoms
The disease is likely to appear at age 30. (Pre-rosacea is seen sometimes in teens and early 20’s.) A flushed face, pimples or bumps (swelling) around the cheeks, nose, mouth and forehead are early indications.
Sometimes, tiny red veins appear on the face, and there is a burning or stinging pain when applied with lotions or medicines. The face will become increasingly dry and sensitive.
In ocular rosacea, the eyes become red and look irritated, including the eyelids which may look red and swollen. Vision sometimes can be blurry. The eyes become watery and tend to develop sties. (Unchecked, there is a possibility of corneal damage or even blindness.)
In extreme cases, especially without treatment, there would be knobby bumps on the nose and cheeks that can multiply. This is advanced rosacea (rhinophyma).
Causes
The exact cause or causes are not yet known. Researchers think rosacea is caused by genetic conditions and environmental factors (bacteria and the sun, etc.)The disease has a tendency to affect fair-skinned people or those who blush easily.
Rosacea flares up when blood vessels in the face expand and causes blushing or redness. The triggers are the sun, wind, stress, alcohol, spicy food, hot weather and hot baths. Sometimes, mood changes can cause a rosacea flare-up.
Treatments
Unfortunately, rosacea has no cure, only medicine to manage the disease. The symptoms can be treated to keep the disease from getting worse.
For the redness and the pimples, antibiotic creams and pills are sometimes recommended by the doctors. (Pregnant women are barred from using antibiotics.) Antibiotics also take some time to work on the improvements of your symptoms.
Surgery
Doctors sometimes prescribe stronger medicines if antibiotics cannot do the control job. As a last resort, surgery may sometimes help your skin look better. The choices include dermabrasion, cryosurgery or laser surgery.
Oral antibiotics and some topical solutions can keep your rosacea under control. A photodynamic therapy can reduce redness and the appearance of the blood vessels. For patients with severe rhinophyma (“bulbous nose”), laser re-surfacing can be used to reshape your nose.
Acne and Rosacea
There is no truth that one causes the other, but these two skin conditions often appear together. Unfortunately, acne (“acne vulgaris”) and rosacea required two different kinds of treatments.
Rosacea is a disorder afflicting the extensive facial vascular network. Acne, on the other hand, is related to the oil glands that can affect the skin all over the body.
If you have both, it is best to consult your doctor on your skin care routine because the methods used to treat one condition can make the other disease worse. It is a tricky position for you and your rosacea.
Different Ways To Find Out What Triggers Your Rosacea
Different Ways To Find Out What Triggers Your Rosacea
Rosacea is one skin disease that has stumped even the best doctors and scientists. Until now, even with more than 16 million people in the United States afflicted with it and a total of 45 million worldwide, nobody knows about this problem. In fact, people who have them don't even know that they have it.
Rosacea can cause redness on the skin. Usually, it targets the face, the chin, the nose and the areas of the forehead. The redness is often patches of redness. In some cases, the eyes can be affected and they become watery. This is why people whose eyes are affected, particularly the eyelids always make sure that the areas are clean and hygienic. Otherwise, there can be an infection, which when left untreated can affect vision.
Rosacea affects Caucasian and has thus been called the "the curse of the Celts." Unlike acne, the skin problem affects people who are older. It is also three times more common in women than in men. What makes rosacea so unique is the fact that flare ups are triggered by a host of factors and not all people have the same set of triggers. The irregularity of its cause and even the occurrence of its symptoms make this skin problem harder to detect and harder to treat.
Those with only mild symptoms can just simply avoid contact with their triggers, provided that they do know what their triggers are. And herein lies the problem. Because there are so many triggers, it is sometimes hard to recognize which triggers the flare ups. This is especially true if there are more than one trigger. Triggers can be anything from the heat of the sun to an eggplant. Here are some tips to help you hunt down what is causing your flare up.
1. Start with the Common
Although there are many triggers for rosacea, there are surveys that narrow down the most common. From these surveys check out the triggers and see if any of them are also your triggers. That way, you can already watch out for incidents. Without checking this list, finding what causes the flare ups may be like looking for a needle in a haystack.
2. Be observant
When you have flare ups, check immediately what you have come into contact with or what you have eaten. This is the only way you can determine what your triggering factor is.
3. Test it
Remember also that observing just once is not enough. You have to be sure that it is the trigger by testing it. When you have already narrowed down the possible triggers or you already have your suspicions, check your theory. Deliberately expose yourself to the factor and see if your rosacea is going to flare up.
4. Record it
Another way to easily see what factors are triggering your rosacea flare ups is to keep a journal of the foods that you eat and things that you do. As much as you can, try to include the factors that are listed on the most common list.
Rosacea is one skin disease that has stumped even the best doctors and scientists. Until now, even with more than 16 million people in the United States afflicted with it and a total of 45 million worldwide, nobody knows about this problem. In fact, people who have them don't even know that they have it.
Rosacea can cause redness on the skin. Usually, it targets the face, the chin, the nose and the areas of the forehead. The redness is often patches of redness. In some cases, the eyes can be affected and they become watery. This is why people whose eyes are affected, particularly the eyelids always make sure that the areas are clean and hygienic. Otherwise, there can be an infection, which when left untreated can affect vision.
Rosacea affects Caucasian and has thus been called the "the curse of the Celts." Unlike acne, the skin problem affects people who are older. It is also three times more common in women than in men. What makes rosacea so unique is the fact that flare ups are triggered by a host of factors and not all people have the same set of triggers. The irregularity of its cause and even the occurrence of its symptoms make this skin problem harder to detect and harder to treat.
Those with only mild symptoms can just simply avoid contact with their triggers, provided that they do know what their triggers are. And herein lies the problem. Because there are so many triggers, it is sometimes hard to recognize which triggers the flare ups. This is especially true if there are more than one trigger. Triggers can be anything from the heat of the sun to an eggplant. Here are some tips to help you hunt down what is causing your flare up.
1. Start with the Common
Although there are many triggers for rosacea, there are surveys that narrow down the most common. From these surveys check out the triggers and see if any of them are also your triggers. That way, you can already watch out for incidents. Without checking this list, finding what causes the flare ups may be like looking for a needle in a haystack.
2. Be observant
When you have flare ups, check immediately what you have come into contact with or what you have eaten. This is the only way you can determine what your triggering factor is.
3. Test it
Remember also that observing just once is not enough. You have to be sure that it is the trigger by testing it. When you have already narrowed down the possible triggers or you already have your suspicions, check your theory. Deliberately expose yourself to the factor and see if your rosacea is going to flare up.
4. Record it
Another way to easily see what factors are triggering your rosacea flare ups is to keep a journal of the foods that you eat and things that you do. As much as you can, try to include the factors that are listed on the most common list.
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Common questions about rosacea
Common questions about rosacea
Rosacea is one of the most misunderstood diseases there is. It does not also help that sometimes people's faces get so damaged that they won't even talk about their problem. Rosacea, to those tho have not heard of the problem, rosacea is a skin problem characterized by severe redness on the skin on the forehead, cheeks, nose and chin.
Unlike acne, there seems to be no hormonal imbalances or blackheads/whiteheads. All rosacea can offer is a totally confusing set of symptoms and triggers. It is in fact so confusing that some people do not even realize they have rosacea. The redness that have developed is often attributed to sunburn or just flushing. Still, it pays to know who the patients are and how far they are along with the program. Below are some of the most common questions about rosacea. Read on and some of your questions may be answered.
Who are affected?
The nickname "The Curse of the Celts" perhaps can answer the question. Rosacea often affects Caucasians that are in their 30s to people in their 50s. Women are also more affected than men.
What are the symptoms?
Besides the redness on the skin of the forehead, nose, cheeks and chin, people affected with rosacea may also suffer from watery eyes. Blood vessels may also be seen through the skin. In some cases, pustules and pimples develop. Unlike acne, these pimples when pressed do not spat out pus or whiteheads; they secrete clear liquids.
How is it cured?
Unfortunately, rosacea has no cure. In fact, scientists are not even sure what exactly causes the problem. It is a lifelong chronic problem that needs lifelong management and control. When you say chronic, it means that the symptoms comes and goes depending on the type of exposure to the triggers and for how long.
What are the most common triggers?
The list of possible triggers may be long but these are all confirmed by people who have had Rosacea. One of the main triggers is hot weather, particularly a high temperature. This is why people with rosacea do not venture out in the sun for too long. Sun exposure for a continuous and long period of time can lead to severe flare ups. Stress can also be a factor and so does spicy food, which like hot weather can raise up the temp. There are also foods that people with rosacea should avoid. One of which is chocolate and other dairy products. Smoking and drinking alcoholic beverages is also a no no. Some veggies like eggplant and beans are included in the list and so are fruits like the plum and some citrus foods. Coffee and other products with caffeine can also trigger flare ups.
How is it transmitted and does it worsen with age?
There is still no conclusive reason why people get rosacea. It is not passed on to people by face to face contact. When left untreated, rosacea can worsen. Thus, it is important that you find out what your triggers are as early as possible.
How is it managed?
There are a lot of treatments available to people with rosacea. There are the medicines, which can either be topical or oral. Usually doctors will give topical medicines to see its effects. Oral medicines on the other hand are closely monitored because of its side effects. In fact, some oral medicines like for instance steroids are not even taken continuously. Some medicines are also given in tandem with other forms of treatment like laser therapies, which are actually very effective in reducing incidence.
Rosacea is one of the most misunderstood diseases there is. It does not also help that sometimes people's faces get so damaged that they won't even talk about their problem. Rosacea, to those tho have not heard of the problem, rosacea is a skin problem characterized by severe redness on the skin on the forehead, cheeks, nose and chin.
Unlike acne, there seems to be no hormonal imbalances or blackheads/whiteheads. All rosacea can offer is a totally confusing set of symptoms and triggers. It is in fact so confusing that some people do not even realize they have rosacea. The redness that have developed is often attributed to sunburn or just flushing. Still, it pays to know who the patients are and how far they are along with the program. Below are some of the most common questions about rosacea. Read on and some of your questions may be answered.
Who are affected?
The nickname "The Curse of the Celts" perhaps can answer the question. Rosacea often affects Caucasians that are in their 30s to people in their 50s. Women are also more affected than men.
What are the symptoms?
Besides the redness on the skin of the forehead, nose, cheeks and chin, people affected with rosacea may also suffer from watery eyes. Blood vessels may also be seen through the skin. In some cases, pustules and pimples develop. Unlike acne, these pimples when pressed do not spat out pus or whiteheads; they secrete clear liquids.
How is it cured?
Unfortunately, rosacea has no cure. In fact, scientists are not even sure what exactly causes the problem. It is a lifelong chronic problem that needs lifelong management and control. When you say chronic, it means that the symptoms comes and goes depending on the type of exposure to the triggers and for how long.
What are the most common triggers?
The list of possible triggers may be long but these are all confirmed by people who have had Rosacea. One of the main triggers is hot weather, particularly a high temperature. This is why people with rosacea do not venture out in the sun for too long. Sun exposure for a continuous and long period of time can lead to severe flare ups. Stress can also be a factor and so does spicy food, which like hot weather can raise up the temp. There are also foods that people with rosacea should avoid. One of which is chocolate and other dairy products. Smoking and drinking alcoholic beverages is also a no no. Some veggies like eggplant and beans are included in the list and so are fruits like the plum and some citrus foods. Coffee and other products with caffeine can also trigger flare ups.
How is it transmitted and does it worsen with age?
There is still no conclusive reason why people get rosacea. It is not passed on to people by face to face contact. When left untreated, rosacea can worsen. Thus, it is important that you find out what your triggers are as early as possible.
How is it managed?
There are a lot of treatments available to people with rosacea. There are the medicines, which can either be topical or oral. Usually doctors will give topical medicines to see its effects. Oral medicines on the other hand are closely monitored because of its side effects. In fact, some oral medicines like for instance steroids are not even taken continuously. Some medicines are also given in tandem with other forms of treatment like laser therapies, which are actually very effective in reducing incidence.
The Truth About Rosacea
The Truth About Rosacea
Despite being one of the most common skin problems in the world, rosacea is still largely misunderstood. To date, more than 16 million Americans are affected by the skin problem. In the world, more than 45 million are suffering from the problem. There are however still no straight answer from dermatologists and scientists as to what causes the problem.
Rosacea is characterized by redness in the areas near the nose, forehead, cheeks and chin. The redness are sometimes patches of redness; other times they become pustules and pimples on the skin. But unlike acne, where you can find whiteheads and blackheads, when you press or try to remove rosacea pimples, it releases a clear liquid. Rosacea can also cause small blood vessels to be visible from the skin as well as lead to watery eyes. In fact, rosacea is basically harmless until it affects the eyes and our vision.
No one knows where rosacea comes from, just that it is very common among Caucasians, especially Europeans. It is actually nicknamed "the curse of the Celts." It is however more common in women than in men. Unlike acne, it affects people who are between the ages of 30 and 60.
Although there is no confirmed cause, Rosacea has some common triggers. When these triggers are ingested or come into contact with afflicted people, they experience rosacea symptoms. The number one among these common triggers is sun exposure. The sun seems to exacerbate rosacea problem. So does stress. Other known triggers for resacea are spicy foods, heavy exercising, cold weather and humidity, alcohol consumption, skin care products and cosmetics, drugs and medications, and dairy products.
Because no one knows why it happens, there is also no known cure for it. People who have it can however manage and control the problem and its symptoms. One of the ways to do this is to avoid sun exposure. People in the Europe put on a lot of sunscreen and cover up with hats and long sleeves when they are out in the sun. Others make it a point to avoid the common triggers. Doctors advise that people try to determine what triggers affect their break out and endeavor to avoid them. This approach works in mild cases of rosacea. But with extreme cases when there are a lot of flare-ups, oral and topical antibiotics.
Usually, management of rosacea is a long term one. People who are afflicted with the problem spend their whole lives controlling the disease. Some cope with this while others curse the problem. Although it is not particularly dangerous, rosacea can affect people psychologically. There are a lot of people with rosacea who refuse to go out because of how they look. They are ashamed of their skin. The problem can severely affect self-esteem and social skills.
Those who develop problems in the eyelid area need to constantly make sure that their eyes are clean and hygienic. This can be a hassle for people. Recently, laser has been used to treat rosacea by removing the redness.
Despite being one of the most common skin problems in the world, rosacea is still largely misunderstood. To date, more than 16 million Americans are affected by the skin problem. In the world, more than 45 million are suffering from the problem. There are however still no straight answer from dermatologists and scientists as to what causes the problem.
Rosacea is characterized by redness in the areas near the nose, forehead, cheeks and chin. The redness are sometimes patches of redness; other times they become pustules and pimples on the skin. But unlike acne, where you can find whiteheads and blackheads, when you press or try to remove rosacea pimples, it releases a clear liquid. Rosacea can also cause small blood vessels to be visible from the skin as well as lead to watery eyes. In fact, rosacea is basically harmless until it affects the eyes and our vision.
No one knows where rosacea comes from, just that it is very common among Caucasians, especially Europeans. It is actually nicknamed "the curse of the Celts." It is however more common in women than in men. Unlike acne, it affects people who are between the ages of 30 and 60.
Although there is no confirmed cause, Rosacea has some common triggers. When these triggers are ingested or come into contact with afflicted people, they experience rosacea symptoms. The number one among these common triggers is sun exposure. The sun seems to exacerbate rosacea problem. So does stress. Other known triggers for resacea are spicy foods, heavy exercising, cold weather and humidity, alcohol consumption, skin care products and cosmetics, drugs and medications, and dairy products.
Because no one knows why it happens, there is also no known cure for it. People who have it can however manage and control the problem and its symptoms. One of the ways to do this is to avoid sun exposure. People in the Europe put on a lot of sunscreen and cover up with hats and long sleeves when they are out in the sun. Others make it a point to avoid the common triggers. Doctors advise that people try to determine what triggers affect their break out and endeavor to avoid them. This approach works in mild cases of rosacea. But with extreme cases when there are a lot of flare-ups, oral and topical antibiotics.
Usually, management of rosacea is a long term one. People who are afflicted with the problem spend their whole lives controlling the disease. Some cope with this while others curse the problem. Although it is not particularly dangerous, rosacea can affect people psychologically. There are a lot of people with rosacea who refuse to go out because of how they look. They are ashamed of their skin. The problem can severely affect self-esteem and social skills.
Those who develop problems in the eyelid area need to constantly make sure that their eyes are clean and hygienic. This can be a hassle for people. Recently, laser has been used to treat rosacea by removing the redness.
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