WHAT IS ROSACEA

• This is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that symmetrically affects the face
• Causes tiny pimples and red lines
• Untreated can cause bulbous red nose (Rhinophyma)

AGE ONSET & INCIDENCE

• More common in women than men
• Average age of onset - 3rd - 6th decade
• Can occur earlier in men - often more severe

CLINICAL FEATURES OF ROSACEA

• Facial flushing
• Non-transient erythema
• A telangiectasia background
• Episodes of inflammation - can cause papules, pustules & nodules
• Non comedones (differential diagnosis from acne)

COMPLICATIONS - OCULAR

• 50% of people will have ocular involvement
• Foreign body sensation
• Burning or stinging
• Dryness
• Itching
• Sensitivity to light
• Blurred vision

PATHOPHYSIOLOGY OF ROSACEA

• UVL & environmental factors lead to dermal damage
• Leading to small vessel dilatation
• Inflammation & oedema
• Inflammatory component results in papules & pustules

HELP FOR MILD ROSACEA

• Check for allergies
• Sun block
• Phytomedical external and internal anti-inflammatory customised formulations

FACTORS WHICH AGGRAVATE ROSACEA

• Environmental
• Diet
• Systemic & topical medications
• Stress