Rosacea Rosacea is a chronic disease that in most cases affects the skin of the face and sometimes the eyes. Symptoms include flushing, persistent redness, pimples, and, in advanced stages, the skin can become enlarged and bumpy on the nose and other parts of the face. While women are more likely to develop rosacea, men experience more severe flare-ups. It frequently first appears in adults over the age of 30, but can occur in some people at a younger age in whom the disease can be confused with acne.
While there is no specific cure for rosacea, medical treatment (prescription) and daily lifestyle modifications can help manage the condition. You play an important role in caring for your rosacea.
Keep a journal of outbreaks, since an essential element of managing rosacea is identifying your individual "triggers" (things that cause flare-ups of more intense flushed skin, skin redness and bumps) and taking steps to minimize or avoid them. Some of the most common triggers include sun exposure, stress, hot weather, alcohol, spicy foods and irritating skincare products.
Avoid irritant soaps. Wash your face with a soap-free cleanser and lukewarm or cold water, since hot water can trigger a flare-up. Use a non-comedogenic, gentle moisturizer as well as a daily sunscreen that protects against UVA and UVB rays. Make sure you have a sun protection factor (SPF) of 20 or more. You may use make-up to reduce the appearance of rosacea signs. Products with green tones are especially helpful in reducing the appearance of visible skin redness.
If you have eye problems, follow the treatment regimen that your doctor ordered and clean your eyelids as directed.
Talk to a doctor if you feel sad or have other signs of depression. Some people with rosacea feel bad because of the appearance of the skin.
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