Rosacea: Prevention and treatmen

Rosacea: Prevention and treatmen

While rosacea is a chronic condition, it can still be prevented and treated.

Preventing rosacea

People with rosacea should start by paying special attention to the following factors, since these are known to trigger flare-ups or aggravate the condition:

  • Prolonged exposure to the sun or harsh weather conditions;
  • Consumption of alcohol, spicy foods and hot drinks;
  • Use of vasodilators or cortisone-based medications;
  • Intense physical exercise;
  • Smoking;
  • Saunas and long, hot baths;
  • Periods of extreme stress.

If you have rosacea, you’ll need to choose your skin care products wisely. Use only hypoallergenic and non-comedogenic products. Select daily care items (cleansers, moisturizers) that are free of irritants, such as fragrance and perfume, and make sure your sunscreen has an SPF of at least 30.

Treating rosacea

There are many ways to manage the symptoms of rosacea. Starting treatment at the earliest stage of the condition generally leads to better results. If you think you have rosacea, however, avoid over-the-counter acne medications. These can aggravate your symptoms. Only a dermatologist can establish an accurate diagnosis.

Taking oral or topical antibiotics on a daily basis is one treatment option that can be effective for many rosacea sufferers, so long as they avoid other irritating factors, like the sun.

To reduce the impact of the more serious symptoms (bumps, visible blood vessels), surgery, laser treatment or dermabrasion are other possible treatment options.

Pharmacy services

Do you have questions about rosacea and its treatment? Talk to your pharmacist. He can help!

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