Moderate erythematotelangiectatic and mild papulopustular rosacea.
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Acne rosacea

Rosacea (IPA:ɹəʊ.ˈzeɪ.ʃʌ) is a common but often misunderstood condition that is estimated to affect over 45 million people worldwide. It begins as flushing and redness on the central face and across the cheeks, nose, or forehead but can also less commonly affect the neck, chest, scalp or ears. more...

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As rosacea progresses, other symptoms can develop such as permanent redness, red bumps (some with some pus), red gritty eyes, burning and stinging sensations, small blood vessels visible near the surface of the skin, and in some advanced cases a bulbous nose. The disorder can be confused and co-exist with acne vulgaris and/or seborrheic dermatitis. People that are fair-skinned are disproportionately affected. Rosacea affects both men and women of all ages, but middle-aged women are more susceptible because of hot flushes caused by menopause.

Subtypes and symptoms

There are four identified rosacea subtypes1 and patients may have more than one subtype present.

  1. Erythematotelangiectatic rosacea: Permanent redness (erythema) with a tendency to flush and blush easily. It is also common to have small blood vessels visible near the surface of the skin (telangiectasias) and possibly burning sensations.
  2. Papulopustular rosacea: Some permanent redness with red bumps (papules) with some pus filled (pustules), this subtype can be easily confused with acne.
  3. Phymatous rosacea: This subtype is most commonly associated with rhinophyma, an enlargenent of the nose. Symptoms include thickening skin, irregular surface nodularities, and enlargement. Phymatous rosacea on appear on the nose, chin, forehead, cheeks, and ears. Small blood vessels visible near the surface of the skin (telangiectasias) may be present.
  4. Ocular rosacea: Red, dry and irritated eyes and eyelids. Some other symptoms include foreign body sensations, itching and burning.

Causes

The precise pathogenesis of rosacea still remains unknown, but most experts believe that rosacea is a disorder where the blood vessels become damaged when repeatedly dilated by stimuli. The damage causes the vessels to dilate too easily and stay dilated for longer periods of time or remain permanently dilated, resulting in flushing and redness. Immune cells and inflammatory mediators can leak from the microvascular bed causing inflammatory pustules and papules, especially with those with papulopustular rosacea.

Rosacea has a hereditary component and those that are fair-skinned of European or Celtic ancestry have a higher genetic predisposition to developing it. Women are more commonly affected but when men develop rosacea it tends to be more severe. People of all ages can get rosacea but there is a higher instance in the 30-50 age group. The first signs of rosacea are said to be persisting redness due to exercise, changes in temperature, and cleansing.

Triggers that cause episodes of flushing and blushing play a part in the development of rosacea. Exposure to temperature extremes can cause the face to become flushed as well as strenuous exercise, heat from sunlight, severe sunburn, stress, cold wind, moving to a warm or hot environment from a cold one such as heated shops and offices during the winter. There are also some foods and drinks that can trigger flushing, these include alcohol, foods high in histamine and spicy food.

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Holistic rosacea treatment
From New Life Journal, 6/1/04 by Emily Ray

Emily, I've been diagnosed with rosacea and have been taking antibiotics for quite some time now to counteract the symptoms. I don't want to have to take antibiotics the rest of my life and wonder if there are more holistic, healthier solutions out there?

--Brent, Atlanta, GA

Brent, you are not alone. The National Rosacea Society (NRS) estimates that nearly 14 million people suffer from this chronic skin disorder, typically characterized by persistent redness and flushing of the facial skin. Other symptoms can include feelings of dryness and tightness, burning sensations and even eye irritation. Common medical treatment for rosacea is different for each patient, but tends to be a combination of oral antibiotics, topical medications and even treatment with lasers. The NRS states that dermatologists often prescribe long-term use of topical therapy to maintain remission.

Are there more holistic, drug-free ways to avoid flare-ups? The first reaction many have is to simply avoid anything that causes the skin to flush: sun exposure, wind, alcohol, caffeine consumption, and stress. Yeah, right. No problem.

Steve Coward, N.D., of Asheville Natural Health and Homeopathy, believes there is a better way to approach rosacea. "The only real conventional treatment that works consistently is oral antibiotics. But no definitive bacterial cause for the disease has been established. The problem is generally the result of an imbalance in the body." He goes on to compare treating rosacea with antibiotics to keeping a sick person in a plastic bubble. The person may never get worse, but has he really been helped? Dr. Coward believes that homeopathic remedies, changes in diet, and occasional supplementation can help to correct imbalances in the body, but he stresses that each treatment must be tailored to the individual. The National Rosacea Society refused to comment on the efficacy of any holistic treatments, and only stated that based on surveys conducted by their organization, the non-medical treatment favored by the majority of rosacea sufferers was avoiding triggers. I do believe this makes a difference. However, I know that anyone who lives in the real world encounters all of the triggers mentioned, so seeking the help of a qualified naturopathic doctor, holistic esthetician, or homeopath, will probably be the most helpful solution.

What can you do right now? Start by cleansing your face the right way. In the heat, it may be tempting to jump in the shower and let ice cold water beat down on you. Don't do it! Same goes for extremely hot water. Extremes in temperature can cause rosacea to become more apparent. Use tepid water for washing and rinsing. Look for words like "fragrance-free," "noncomedogenic," and "mild" on your skincare products. Whole milk can be a very gentle cleanser; just be sure to rule out dairy as a trigger before using it. Tempting ms it may be to scrub away the dry patches of skin that often accompany rosacea, you should avoid scrubs, clay masks, and dry brushing. Using a moisturizer that does double-duty as sun protection is a good idea. Also, try using this olive oil treatment at night: Olive Oil Skin Conditioner

A really simple mix that works to help rosacea and other skin ailments. I recommend using this treatment at night because it can make you look a tad shiny.

1. Mix 1 tablespoon Olive Oil with 1 drop of Chamomile Essential Oil.

2. Gently massage onto face, neck and ears (all areas where rosacea can be found).

Another thing to keep in mind, is the debilitating effect a chronic skin problem can have on your self-esteem. Having struggled with acne from the minute I hit puberty until my late teens, I can attest to the increase in self-consciousness (and at times, anger, sadness and depression) that comes with red, blotchy skin. As an adult, these feelings can be even worse. I encourage you to stay aware of your mental health and make sure not to overlook your great physique, hair, personality, and so on. Discuss any concerns you may have with your healthcare provider.

One more suggestion, Brent, and bear in mind that many women, including myself, don't consider men wearing this a major no-no. Makeup. So long as you stay away from the sparkly hot pink eyeshadow (as all my readers should do), a little carefully applied and properly blended foundation may help you to hide the redness associated with this condition, thereby alleviating some of that self-consciousness. Dr. Zoe Draelos, clinical associate professor of dermatology at Wake Forest University, states that "camouflaging with green- and yellow-tinted skin-tone foundations usually works best, while most should avoid those covering products with pink or orange hues." If you're so inclined, try a liquid foundation. And look for a hypo-allergenic product.

Good luck!

Emily Ray has been creating natural beauty products for 6 years, and she is a freelance writer based in Atlanta, GA. To ask her a question, email askemily@newlifejournal.com

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