Rosace

Do you have a persistent redness across the nose and cheeks and possibly the forehead or chin that looks like you are always blushed or sunburnt? Are you worried that you might be labelled a “drinker” because you always have a bright red nose that becomes more obvious if you exercise, eat spicy food or have a single alcoholic drink? Well you may have a condition called Rosacea explains Dr Kylie Regli of Cosmetique Solutions.

 

Rosacea is a very common condition afflicting more than 400 000 Australians. It may affect anyone from 20 to 70 years of age and is more common in fair skin types. We do not know what causes rosacea; however, various theories have suggested that rosacea may be caused by an infective organism in the skin.

 

In most people, the first sign of rosacea is a persistent redness of the face, particularly on the cheeks and nose. This redness is caused by enlarged blood vessels under the skin. The redness gradually becomes permanent and more noticeable. Facial skin may become very dry. As the redness progresses, pimples may appear on the face. In some people, especially men, knobbly bumps may develop on the nose. Without treatment, the course of rosacea can be progressive with alternating periods of improvement and worsening of the condition.

 

Many people delay seeking treatment due to the gradual nature of the condition. Early treatment of the condition, however, will prevent worsening of the condition and formation of permanent enlarged blood vessels on the face.

 

Luckily doctors can help people who suffer from this embarrassing condition says Dr Regli. A combination of oral and topical medications and a procedure called Intense Pulsed Light can help this condition immensely. At Cosmetique Solutions Dr Regli uses the latest generation Ellipse Flex Intense Pulsed Light Technology to treat people with rosacea very effectively. The light technology treats the dilated facial blood vessels and seems to halt the progression of the condition. If you think you may be suffering from rosacea and would like some help then please call Dr Kylie Regli at Cosmetique Solutions on 55 755 644.