Rosacea

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Description and Symptoms

Facial acne like pimples along with redness, telangiectases and flushing in adults. Usually asymptomatic, though eye involvement may be irritating. Key diagnostic feature is the lack of comedones.

Diagnosis

Clinical.

Pathology

Unknown cause, but higher predisposition in fair skinned female patients. Very common.

Principles of therapy

Avoid triggers (stress, heat, alcohol). Metronidazole gel or the tetracycline class of antibiotics.


Category: Dermatology Notes

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