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Dermatology
> Rosacea
What is
Rosacea?
Rosacea is a long lasting, non-scarring skin condition of
the face that is often diagnosed as adult acne. It varies in
severity and does not always worsen with time. Typically,
you will experience inappropriate flushing that is not
usually associated with sweating and/or persistent facial
redness. It is common to have broken blood vessels
(telangiectasias) on your cheeks. You may also experience
bouts of inflammation that cause red papules (small bumps)
or pustules.
What Causes Rosacea?
The cause is poorly understood. Flushing is an essential
part of the condition, so experts believe that there is a
vascular cause or that blood vessels are a significant
component to the cause.
What Aggravates Rosacea?
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Exposure
to weather - sun, cold, wind
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Hot
food, hot drinks, and alcohol
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Medications (you should avoid drugs that expand your
blood vessels, and topical steroids)
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Cosmetics (you should avoid greasy, drying, or perfumed
products)
Rosacea
Laser Treatment
Photofacials are
one of the newest techniques for facial rejuvenation.
Photofacials utilize light to treat different aspects of the
skin. Photofacials can improve broken blood vessels,
ruddiness, and rosacea. Additionally discolorations of the
skin such as sun spots and melasma can be effectively
treated. One of the most exciting aspects of this treatment
is that it can be used as a "subsurface resurfacing"
technique. New collagen in the skin is generated with repeat
treatments. Fine lines, large pores and scars can be
improved. For some, even moderate wrinkles will soften.
The advantage to
photofacials are that there is no "down-time." The skin will
be slightly pink when you leave, which is easily covered
with makeup. The pinkness will resolve over several hours.
There is a small risk of a scab or a bruise resulting from
the treatment, but this should resolve over 7-10 days.
After just one or two
treatments, you will notice an even tone to your skin, less
pigmentation and a smoother look and feel. Sunspots will
start to fade and pores will become less apparent. Fine
lines and wrinkles will soften over time. These improvements
continue with each treatment. Patient with acne and rosacea
will also see a reduction in facial redness as a result of
each treatment.
Ned Snyder IV, MD
/ Plastic Surgery
Renee
Snyder, MD / Dermatology
901 West
38th Street, Suite 410
Austin,
Texas 78705
Phone:
512-533-9900
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