Rosacea is a common, benign long-term skin condition that presents as redness to the face and typically affects individuals after 3rd decade of life.
Areas affected include the central aspect of the face such as the forehead, cheeks, chin and the lower portion of the nose. It mainly presents as skin discolouration (redness) but pimples, swelling, and thread veins can also be apparent. In more severe disease, the nose can become enlarged and red (rhinophyma).
The precise cause of this Rosacea is not known. Incriminated factors include; exposure to extreme temperatures, strenuous exercise, psychological stress, severe sunburn and menopause. Other factors that are possibly involved include alcohol and beverages containing caffeine as well as spicy food and foods high in histamines.
There is no cure for Rosacea, However, symptoms because of Rosacea can be addressed by a range of options. Treatment outcomes for rosacea vary depending on its severity. The treatments we offer at Sutton and Epsom Cosmetic Clinic include topical and oral antibiotic agents and Obagi Rosa Clear System. Treatment outcomes for rosacea vary depending on the severity of the condition.