What is rosacea?
Rosacea is a skin condition that causes redness and visible blood vessels on the face. It may also cause pus-filled bumps. You may mistakenly dismiss the common skin condition as general ruddiness or adult acne.
Rosacea can affect anyone. However, you may be at a greater risk of developing the skin condition if it runs in your family.
What are the types of rosacea?
Dermatologists classify rosacea into types depending on symptoms. The rosacea types include:
Erythematotelangiectatic rosacea
With erythematotelangiectatic rosacea, your skin may flush easily, and you may notice visible blood vessels and redness on your nose, cheeks, or forehead.
Papulopustular rosacea
If you have pus-filled bumps on your face, in addition to the redness and blood vessels, then you have papulopustular rosacea.
Phymatous rosacea
People with phymatous rosacea have thickening of the skin on their nose and cheeks. This type of rosacea is uncommon.
Ocular rosacea
Ocular rosacea is a type of rosacea that affects the eyes. Symptoms may include red, itchy eyes, and eyelid swelling. You may also develop a stye, which is a painful red bump that forms along the ridge of your eyelid.
What happens during a rosacea consultation?
You can expect a patient-focused evaluation when you come in for a rosacea consultation at Knipe Dermatology.
During the evaluation, your provider asks detailed questions about your symptoms and if you notice that certain activities (physical exercise) or environmental factors (weather changes) trigger the skin condition. They also review your medical and family history and examine your skin.
The experts at Knipe Dermatology diagnose rosacea after a visual examination. However, they may run medical tests, such as testing for allergies or an autoimmune condition, to rule out other causes that might explain your symptoms.
How is rosacea treated?
The team at Knipe Dermatology takes a patient-focused approach to care.
The primary treatment for rosacea focuses on lifestyle changes to minimize flare-ups. Your provider may help you find and avoid your rosacea triggers and talk to you about rosacea-friendly skin care to minimize irritation. The dermatologists also recommend daily sunscreen.
For a flare-up, your provider may prescribe topical medications to treat your symptoms. In some cases, they may also prescribe an oral antibiotic.
For expert care that can help remedy rosacea flare-ups, call Knipe Dermatology, or request an appointment online today.
