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Rosacea Flashcards

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What is rosacea?

A

Relapsing and remitting inflammatory condition characterised by redness

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What is the pathophysiology of rosacea?

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Increased capillary reaction to heat

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What are the features of rosacea?

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Recurrent facial flushing 
Prominent sebaceous glands
Telangiectasia 
Papules 
Pustules 
Rhinophyma = large bulky nose
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How is rosacea managed conservatively?

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Avoid triggers

  • sun
  • alcohol
  • exercise

Use suncream daily

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How is rosacea managed medically?

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Flushing - brimonidine

Mild/moderate = topical metronidazole

Moderate/severe = oral oxytetracycline

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