Rosacea

Question 1

Rosacea - symptoms (7)

Answer 1

Redness of cheeks
Sensitivity/stinging of skin
Red pustles in severe cases
Embarrassment
Hot to touch
Dry skin
Eye discomfort

Question 2

Rosacea - extra questions (4)

Answer 2

Is it painful
Is there any blisters or weeping
Does it come and go/ is there any known trigger
Signs of infection

Question 3

Rosacea - explanation of diagnosis

Answer 3

Inflammatory skin condition where the skin becomes red and inflamed due to an immune response

Question 4

Rosacea - causes/triggers (7)

Answer 4

Genetic
Alcohol
Sun
Hot and cold weather
Exercise
Stress
Diet

Question 5

Rosacea - first-line treatment

Answer 5

Lifestyle
Medication requires prescription

Question 6

Rosacea - lifestyle (7)

Answer 6

NHS leaflet for rosacea online
Avoid known triggers (foods, alcohol, stress) - use diary to identify
Protect skin from sun - SPF30+ and avoid sunbeds
Emollient such as E45 (non-oily) to soothe skin
Unscented cleansers and moisturisers
Be gentle with the skin
Green-tinted makeup can help

Question 7

Rosacea - when to refer (3)

Answer 7

Cases requireing treatment
Signs of infection
Eye involvement