How your dermatologist in Delray Beach, FL, can help with rosacea
You may be thinking the red rash on your face is just a rash and that it will go away eventually. The truth is the rash could be a chronic skin condition known as rosacea. Your dermatologist can help. Dr. Yvette Tivoli at Atlantic Derm in Delray Beach, FL, provides a wide range of skincare treatments and services, including treatment of rosacea.
Rosacea appears as a bright red rash which can cover a large area of your face including your cheeks, nose, and forehead. It can look like acne, with small pimples and blood vessels on the surface of your skin.
You may also notice:
- Your skin feels hot and painful
- Redness in the center of your face
- Swollen red bumps which may contain pus
- Enlarged, thickened skin on your nose
- Your eyes are dry and irritated
You are at greater risk of rosacea if you:
- Smoke
- Are a woman
- Have fair skin
- Are over 30 years old
- Have a family history of rosacea
Rosacea is aggravated by increased blood flow to your skin, which can happen if you:
- Are stressed
- Eat spicy, hot foods
- Drink hot beverages or alcohol
- Are exposed to extreme temperatures, wind, or sunlight
- Are active or exercising
- Take medications that dilate blood vessels
If you have rosacea, your dermatologist can help you and your skin with a variety of professional services to treat rosacea. Your dermatologist may recommend:
- Laser therapy
- Intense pulsed light therapy
- Antibiotics including doxycycline
- Topical anti-redness creams or gels
To read more detailed information about rosacea and rosacea treatment, please visit the Rosacea page on the Atlantic Derm website by clicking here.
To learn more about the causes, signs, symptoms, and treatment of rosacea, talk with an expert. Call Dr. Yvette Tivoli at Atlantic Derm in Delray Beach, FL. You can reach her in the office by calling (561) 802-7546, so call today.