Rosacea

Whether it is intermittent flushing, fixed redness or pesky pimples and pustules that make you feel like a teenager again, Rosacea can make life difficult for the adult skin. Rosacea is fairly common condition affecting both men and women from the age of thirty onward. It’s diverse in how it presents with some sufferers complaining of occasional flushing, persistent redness or prominent blood vessels, to others who suffer from itchy bumps and pustules and swollen areas of skin. There is even a type of rosacea that affects the eye causing scaling around the eyelids and a gritty, dry sensation.

Although the exact cause of the disease is unknown, genetic, environmental, vascular and inflammatory factors, as well as the presence of the demodex mite is thought to be involved. Certainly there are factors that are known to aggravate the disease including hot food or drinks, spicy foods and alcohol, sun exposure, changes in temperature, emotional upset, hot showers, oral or topical steroids and certain skin care products. Avoiding these triggers can be difficult and many patients will also need treatment in the form of various topical and oral medications, laser and light therapies.

Fortunately, the practitioners consulting from The Skin Centre have all options available to treat or maintain skin that has been affected by rosacea, so make an appointment to discuss your concerns with your practitioner today by calling (07) 5597 7170 or email reception@skincentre.com.au