Question 1

perioral dermatitis or rosacea, how to know the difference?

Accepted Answer

I doubt it: I don't know a lot about his but I doubt that the shampoo would penetrate to the follicle.

Question 2

is there a connection between rosacea and seborrheic dermatitis?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You can have features of both where the skin is red and present at the same time. It can affect the forehead and cheeks.Treatment would be for both components including possible two different creams and a low dose antibiotic.

Question 3

opinions on what's a quick way to treat rosacea/seborrheic dermatitis?

Accepted Answer

Nothing quick: Yu can help avoid exacerbations by avoiding caffeine, heat, intense exercise that leads to a lot of sweating.
Avoiding vasodilators like wine and alcoholic beverages
Medical treatments:
several antibiotics
Photo facials
some chemical peels
speak to a dermatologist all of there require several treatments

Question 4

i was wondering what's a quick way to treat rosacea/seborrheic dermatitis?

Accepted Answer

2 different disease: These are two different disease processes that require different approaches. Unfortunately there is no quick solution.

Question 5

i was prescribed elidel (pimecrolimus) for dermatitis on face but i may have rosacea too. will the elidel (pimecrolimus) make the rosacea worse? many thanks

Accepted Answer

Possibly: It is a mild topical steroid cream, so it may not help or hurt, but if rash worsens, stop using and see your provider

Question 6

how can i tell if i have seborrheic dermatitis or ocular rosacea?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: This is a problem that necessitates a face-to-face meeting with your doctor.  This will allow him/her to examine you, ask specific questions. And possibly order tests to find out what's wrong and what to do to help you.

Question 7

why someone 15 minutes in the sun and he will get malar  rash butterfly shape on face ? is it lupus? isn't rosacea soberiac dermatitis different shape

Accepted Answer

Multip[le causes: I see under conditions lupus is listed so this may be the butterfly rash associated with this systemic disorder.
I do not notice any medications for SLE so I would certainly see a rheumatologist for an evaluation and determine if the disorder could be better controlled. Remember SLE is more than the rash, it effects all organ systems so it must be treated properly.

Question 8

i have red marks on my right chest/shoulder/arm. i've had it for years long, no irritation etc, does not go away, apparently not dermatitis or rosacea?

Accepted Answer

Hard to say.: Skin problems hard to describe in enogh detail for words alone to allow us to make a good guess, especialy since you have been told it is not dermatitis or rosacea.  Have you seen a dermatologist? If not, please do.  You can also consider seeing a plastic surgeon or aesthetic medicine doctor for their opinion  on treatment options  (initial consultations may be minimal, but call or first and ask.

Question 9

i have dermatitis and rosacea & have been prescribed  elidel (pimecrolimus). but of i go 2 days without using it i get bumps under the skin is this a withdrawal?

Accepted Answer

No: You can use Elidel (pimecrolimus) safely for long periods.
It is a non steroid. Sounds like it is helping the bumps - but you have to use it. You may have a chronic, that is, a long term problem!

Question 10

how do i calm flared rosacea and atopic dermatitis without using  a cortisone steroid? preferably naturally?

Accepted Answer

Not much: but the most important cause for AD is the defective skin barrier leading to water loss. Applying a good moisturizer

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

Rosacea like dermatitis

A member asked:

Perioral dermatitis or rosacea, how to know the difference?

A member asked:

Is there a connection between rosacea and seborrheic dermatitis?

A member asked:

Opinions on what's a quick way to treat rosacea/seborrheic dermatitis?

A member asked:

I was wondering what's a quick way to treat rosacea/seborrheic dermatitis?

A member asked:

I was prescribed elidel (pimecrolimus) for dermatitis on face but i may have rosacea too. will the elidel (pimecrolimus) make the rosacea worse? many thanks

A member asked:

How can i tell if i have seborrheic dermatitis or ocular rosacea?

A member asked:

Why someone 15 minutes in the sun and he will get malar rash butterfly shape on face ? is it lupus? isn't rosacea soberiac dermatitis different shape

A member asked:

I have red marks on my right chest/shoulder/arm. i've had it for years long, no irritation etc, does not go away, apparently not dermatitis or rosacea?

A member asked:

I have dermatitis and rosacea & have been prescribed elidel (pimecrolimus). but of i go 2 days without using it i get bumps under the skin is this a withdrawal?

A member asked:

How do i calm flared rosacea and atopic dermatitis without using a cortisone steroid? preferably naturally?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?