roseacea

Question 1

what is the presentation of rosacea ?

Answer 1

chronic erythema of nose and medial cheeks with telengiectasia

rhinophyma - irregular areas of tissue , hypertrophy of nose

may cause papules or pustules like acne vulgaris

episodic flushing

blepharitis

Question 2

what can precipitate the rosacea ??

Answer 2

alcohol , hot drinks , spicy food , the sun , cold , emotion , exercise

Question 3

managmnet ?

Answer 3

high factor suscreen

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predominantly erythema / flushing
topical brimodine

mild to moderate papules or pustules
topical ivermetcin
or
topical metronidazole
or
topical azelaic acid

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moderate to severe

topical ivermetcin and doxycyline

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symptoms not managed = laser theraoy