rosacea Flashcards
1
Q
what is it?
A
long term flushing episodes where face looks red
a relapsing condition
2
Q
who ?
A
F > M
40-60 years of age
3
Q
what else can it present with?
A
visible small blood vessels papules and pustules stinging and burning sensation red-bulbous nose- rhinophyma permanent redness
4
Q
causes and risk factors
A
cause unknown
seems to run in families but no genetic link found
risk factors include-sun exposure, spicy/hot foods, hot drinks, alcohol, stress, strenuous exercise, hot and cold weather/fluctuating temp
5
Q
what can some possess?
A
eye symptoms such as burning, red itchy sore eye lids, rosacea keratosis -inflame of eye, sensitivity to light, can cause blurred vision
6
Q
some meds can aggravate name 2
A
CCB
corticosteroids
7
Q
treatment options
A
self -care lifestyle - avoid triggers, wear suncream
[1] metronidazole, azelic acid [2] more severe consider or failed 1st line, tetracyclines or erythromycin [3] brimonidine gel [4] beta blockers [5] istorenion
8
Q
dose of tetracycline
A
500mg twice a day for 6-12 weeks
