Rosacea Flashcards
1
Q
what is rosacea?
A
chronic skin disease of unknown aetiology
2
Q
what are the features of rosacea?
A
- typically affects nose, cheeks and forehead
- flushing = first symptom
- telangietasia
- persistent erythema + papules + pustules = later
- rhinophyma
- blepharitis
3
Q
name exacerbating factors of rosacea?
A
- sunlight
- spicy food
- stress
4
Q
what is the management of rosacea?
A
- topical metronidazole
- severe disease = systemic antibiotics (e.g. oxytetracycline)
- daily high factor SPF
5
Q
what topical treatment can be used in patients with predominant flushing in rosacea?
A
topical brimonidine gel
