Rosacea is a very common skin condition, even more so as we get older, and primarily affects those aged 30-50. For many people, the effects of rosacea will be minor and won’t have an impact on their daily lives, but for some, the symptoms can be significantly worse. To make this condition easier to manage, it helps to know what rosacea symptoms to look out for and how to avoid certain triggers that cause flare-ups.
What Is Rosacea?
Rosacea is a skin condition that affects parts of the face, mainly causing the appearance of redness. In many cases, the cause of rosacea is difficult to determine, and there is no known cure. It can flare up at any time, which is why it’s known as a chronic relapsing condition. Luckily, there are a number of treatment options on the market that offer effective ways to minimise rosacea symptoms.
At Nue Skin & Laser Clinic, your skin specialist will take the time to understand your condition and the nature of your symptoms in order to determine the best way to treat them. Rosacea can be split into 4 subtypes: vascular, inflammatory, phymatous and ocular. The subtype you suffer with will have an effect on your rosacea symptoms and your treatment journey.
Rosacea Symptoms
The most common symptoms associated with the vascular subtype of rosacea mainly affect the central part of the face and include redness and visible blood vessels around the nose and cheeks, sometimes coupled with flushing and a stinging sensation. Triggers such as cold weather, hot showers and certain food and drinks are all common. In terms of inflammatory rosacea, acne-like spots and dry skin are what to look out for, along with redness and visible blood vessels.
Phymatous rosacea is less common and is identifiable by the thickening of your skin, usually around the nose. Finally, ocular rosacea, as its name might suggest, affects the eyes. Symptoms include dryness, blepharitis and sensitivity to light. Your rosacea symptoms may fall into just one of these subtypes, although some patients will find that their condition presents a combination of symptoms.
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As a qualified laser practitioner specialising in skin rejuvenation, Kristina at Nue Skin & Laser Clinic has the tools and the know-how to identify rosacea symptoms and successfully treat them. In just a few quick and easy treatments, you could find a long-term solution to something that has bothered you for years. While rosacea isn’t necessarily a cause for concern, it is a source of discomfort for many sufferers due to the outward appearance of its symptoms.
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