It is a skin disease characterized by redness and burning of the skin, the presence of capillaries and red inflamed wheals. The most common cause of red face is rosacea. People with this disease, popularly known as rose disease, have to take care of their skin for life.
Who is more common?
Rosacea, which occurs between the ages of 30-60 and predominantly in women, is seen in an average of 3% of the world, while this rate can increase up to 20% in some geographical regions. The fact that it is more common in fair-skinned people is partly due to the fact that it is more prominent in these people.
Causes of the disease
The main cause is thought to be vascular overreaction. Stomach diseases, blood pressure and an increased number of a parasite called demodex, which is normally found on the skin, are among the causes of the disease.
Aggravating or initiating factors
Excessive consumption of alcohol, stress, excessive exercise, exposure to heat and cold, hot and spicy foods, excessive drinking of hot tea and coffee, chocolate. Some other causes are said to lead to flare-ups. Most importantly, incorrect long-term use of cortisone preparations on the face.
Treatment of rosacea
Oral or smear antibiotics are used during inflamed periods. In severe and recurrent patients, isotretionin, a vitamin A derivative, is effective. In rosacea, irritating products and tonics containing alcohol should be avoided. Relaxing moisturizing creams and gels are useful. Topical cortisone cream should be avoided.
One of the most effective treatment options in the treatment of rosacea, especially to reduce redness and capillaries
BBL is a laser treatment. It is applied for 4-6 sessions with an average interval of 7-10 days.
General measures against rosacea
Hot baths, steam-sauna environments, hot drinks and foods should be avoided. Alcohol and caffeine should be avoided. Sunscreen with at least 30 factors effective against UVA and UVB should be used in daily care. Higher protection factor creams should be used in summer and under the sun.
