Question 1

why are antibiotics prescribed for rosacea? is it a bacterial infection?

Accepted Answer

No: The antibiotics decrease bacteria which be a factor but are used more as antiinflammator drugs to decrease inflammation. The drugs decrease activity of white blood cells which are overactive in rosacea.

Question 2

papulopustular rosacea well controlled by soolantra. now have eye symptoms  (see above) in both eyes.  is this ocular rosacea or age related dy eyes?  what is the defining difference? also treated for two bacterial infections  in last three months.

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Possibly 1 or both: rosacea can do this, but so can dry eye syndrome. Would suggest see an ophthalmologist to test for dry eye and sjogrens. Might treat with low dose doxy and use various types of eye drops as well.

Question 3

my cheeks are always rosey could this be a symptom of rosacea?

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Rosacea: This could be a symptom of rosacea.  You should be evaluated by a board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon.

Question 4

is there a cure for rosacea? if so, what is it?

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No: While rosacea cannot be cured, it can be medically managed and intense pulsed light (ipl) treatments can be very helpful to reduce the facial redness.

Question 5

would a chemical peel help my rosacea?

Accepted Answer

Not typically: While co2 lasers have been used, chemical peels are generally not recommended for individuals with acne rosacea. There is some anecdotal reports that intradermal injection with off label use of Botox may help.

Question 6

what is a good treatment for "rosacea"?

Accepted Answer

Identify triggers: First identify your triggers. Subsequent to this there are many options for treatment but you should seek evaluation by a dermatologist for diagnosis and subsequent treatment.

Question 7

is there a good way to get rid of rosacea?

Accepted Answer

Difficult to Treat: This is a difficult problem to treat, but proper skin care, sunscreen and certain laser therapies can be helpful.

Question 8

is there a connection between rosacea and eczema?

Accepted Answer

No: Rosacea can occur along with scaling on the face in the form of seborrheic dermatitis. Classical eczema occurs on the neck, extremities. This combination of rosacea amd seborrheic dermatitis may require treating both conditions with oral doycyline and a weak topical steroid.

Question 9

what is the difference between rosacea and a rash?

Accepted Answer

Pustules: Rosacea is on the face has blood vessels redness and posible pustules, typically there is no scaling or dryness.

Question 10

can a female have facial dermabrasion for rosacea?

Accepted Answer

Rosacea and microder: If you have rosacea you can have microdermabrasion but you may get a flare of redness afterwards, which should be temporary.  Make sure you go to someone very experienced with both microdermabrasion and rosacea, such as a dermatology office.

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My cheeks are always rosey could this be a symptom of rosacea?

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Is there a cure for rosacea? if so, what is it?

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Would a chemical peel help my rosacea?

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What is a good treatment for "rosacea"?

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Is there a good way to get rid of rosacea?

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Can a female have facial dermabrasion for rosacea?

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