Rosacea Flashcards by Tara Singh | Brainscape

Q

what is it?

A

acne in older peeps

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cause

A

unknown

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features

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typically affects nose, cheeks and forehead
flushing is often first symptom
telangiectasia are common
later develops into persistent erythema with papules and pustules
rhinophyma
ocular involvement: blepharitis
sunlight may exacerbate symptoms/

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features

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typically affects nose, cheeks and forehead
flushing is often first symptom
telangiectasia are common
later develops into persistent erythema with papules and pustules
rhinophyma
ocular involvement: blepharitis
sunlight may exacerbate symptoms/

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Mx

A

MILD: topical metronidazole

SEVERE: OXYTETRACYCLINE - SYSTEMIC ABX

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