Question 1

what is a good remedy for acne rosacea?

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No single solution: There is no single solution and this may require a combination of skin care, medications (oral and topical), dietary restrictions and more. Seek the advice of a dermatologist for a comprehensive examination.

Question 2

my cheeks are bumpy and red too. is this a symptom of acne rosacea?

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ROSACEA: Itis a chronic inflammation of the the face with facial flushing, erythema, papules, pustules and coarse hyperplasia of the cheeks and nose.

Question 3

recommendations for acne rosacea?

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Derm consult: Rosacea cannot be "cured" but can be controlled, and the symptoms treated. Redness of facial skin is an early sign, and can be effectively treated by laser therapy (usually pulsed dye). Thickening of the skin and development of cysts, infection, and rhinophyma will require other interventions, including surgery. See a dermatologist for oral and topical antibiotics which help in about half of cases.

Question 4

what can be done about acne rosacea?

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Antibiotics : Usually tetracycline pills or cream is the start. There are other more toxic and teratogenic meds. Such as tretinoin.

Question 5

what sort of problem is acne rosacea?

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Cause unknown: Rosacea ('acne rosacea") is a fairly common inflammatory skin disorder that typically involves the forehead, cheeks, chin and nose.  Patients tend to develop redness associated with swelling, dilated capillaries (telangiectasia) and acne-like pimples.  There can be associated warmth, itching, or a burning sensation.  The cause is unknown but may be a genetic trait.

Question 6

what are the symptoms of acne rosacea?

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Mainly redness: Although very common, rosacea is a condition with no definite cause. Usually, people will complain of flushing, redness, and irritiation. Sometimes this is accompanied by acne. This acne is different from the common acne of adolescents but just as bothersome. It is associated with stress and anxiety as well. Things that trigger it can be varied. Avoiding any sort of inflammation is helpful.

Question 7

what are some ways to treat acne rosacea?

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IPL: Intense pulsed light devices have been used to treat acne rosacea for many years now. The treatments entail little downtime (you are a bit redder for the rest of the day) and results are good over 3 to 5 sessions. You can also accelerate the treatment with the use of levulan. This way it is one or two sessions, but there is a day where you cannot go outside and a few days of significant redness.

Question 8

what do the symptoms of acne rosacea look like?

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Vascular rash: The classical appearance of acne rosacea is an inducible red vascular pattern commonly effecting the cheeks & nose. It can be trgggered by emotion or certain foods and particularly wine. In advanced cases there is overgrowth of the sebaceous (oil) glands of the nose called rhinophyma which has been associated but not caused by drinking alcohol. Antibiotics & recently Oracea are often prescribed.

Question 9

how can you tell if you have acne rosacea vs acne ?

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see a dermatologist.: It is either acne or rosacea, there is no acne rosacea. Have a dermatologist evaluate the problem and then you will know.

Question 10

what are some remedies to treat & remove acne rosacea?

Accepted Answer

Metrogel and Oracea: Classic approach; topical Metrogel 1% and oral Oracea 1# a day.

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