Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that usually affects the face. Its often mistaken
for acne, eczema, or an even allergic skin reaction. It causes redness and visible blood
vessels in your face and sometimes produces small red, pus filled bumps that flare up for
weeks to months, disappear and reappear when you least expect. In this video, im going to
go over what rosacea is, what causes it, how to treat rosacea, and 1 very important tip you
dont want to miss out on when it comes to preventing it,, so stay tuned till the end.
Hi guys, yaseen arsalan, media pharmacist here on youtube, this week's video is on rosacea. Smash
the like button below NOW, as there is a ton of useful information in here, that I know you
can benefit from. Also, it helps others find this video as well, iso we can beat rosacea together.
Rosacea affects more than 16 million Americans, which is another reason why i wanted to make this
video. To hopefully point you in the direction when it comes to understanding managing rosacea
and when to let your doctor know. And although, the cause of rosacea is still unknown, experts
believe that the following factors may contribute: Hot drinks and spicy foods,Red wine, alcoholic
beverages, Temperature extremes, like going from really cold to really hot or vice versa,
saunas, sunlight or wind, emotions, and even various cosmetic products. Rosacea is more
common in females than males, and it usually develops after the age of 30. And there is 4
types you should know of. You have ocular rosacea, which includes eye redness and irritation and
swollen eyelids. Papulopustular rosacea, which includes flushing, swelling, and breakouts that
resemble acne. Erythemato-telangi-ectatic rosacea which includes skin discoloration,
flushing, and visible blood vessels referred to as spider veins, which you may have heard of. And
lastly, phymatous rosacea: which leads to bumpy skin, often accompanied with an enlargement of the
nose and spider veins can be present too. Although No specific test is used to diagnose rosacea. You
should let your doctor know of the history of your symptoms so they can look at your skin
and rule out other conditions that could exist, such as psoriasis,
eczema, or lupus as the signs and symptoms may look alike. If your symptoms involve your eyes,
your doctor may refer you to an eye specialist (ophthalmologist) for further evaluation.
Now lets look at some treatment option and what can you do. Before I go into home remedies you
can try out starting today, its best to let your doctor know of your condition,
as they most likely will recommend topical products that reduce redness, and can possibly
be more advantageous, especially if you haven’t tried them out before. Brimonidine or (Mirvaso)
and oxymetazoline or (Rhofade) reduce redness by constricting blood vessels and you can see
results within 12 hours after use. The effect on the blood vessels is temporary,
so the medication needs to be applied regularly to maintain improvements. Other topical products have
less effect on the redness but help control the pimples of mild rosacea.These include
azelaic acid and metronidazole and take up to 6 weeks to show improvement. Your doctor may
also prescribe antibiotic such as doxycycline or Oracea for moderate to severe rosacea with bumps
and pimples. ANd if if your rosacea is severe and nothing else helps, your doctor may suggest
isotretinoin which is a powerful oral acne drug that also helps clear up acne like lesions of
rosacea or can recommend Laser therapy and other light-based therapies to help reduce all that
redness. Now lets look at what you can do until then. There are 5 things you can starting now.
#1: Identify and avoid triggers. Pay attention to what tends to flare you up
and do your best to avoid them. For some that may be avoiding certain foods, hot drinks, alcohol,
and spicy foods. Eating foods that contain the compound cinnamaldehyde, such as cinnamon,
chocolate, tomatoes, and citrus may be culprits as well. So pay attention to food triggers.
#2 Protect your face. You want to make sure that if your exposed to the sun for long
periods of time, that you Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen — which blocks both uv A and uv B
rays — with an SPF of 30 or higher. Because so many sunscreens contain chemicals that can
be absorbed and cause irritation like octinoxate, octosalate, or octocrylene you want to avoid these
chemical sunscreens and opt for a physical one like zinc oxide. I left one that i commend in the
description below, so definitely check that out. Also on that note, if you live a colder climate:
try to cover your face in cold weather as this is known to trigger rosacea as well. #3 Treat
your skin gently. Don't rub or touch your face excessively. Use a nonsoap cleanser and moisturize
frequently. Avoid products that contain alcohol or other skin irritants or comedogenic products
that block the oil and sweat gland openings. I left more information on that below too, so check
that out. #4. clean your eyelids at least once a day if you have blepharitis, otherwise known
as an eyelid inflammation occurring at the base of the eyelid. And if youre unsure that you do,
have your doctor examine your eyelids. Using a warm compress loosens the crust and has been shown
to help tremendously. People who have dandruff are more likely to develop blepharitis. So Keeping
the dandruff under control can help reduce the symptoms, which can in theory help reduce rosacea
symptoms as well. #5 Makeup. Some makeup products and techniques may help reduce the appearance of
skin redness. Try powder cosmetics with a green tone and matte finish. I left one as well in the
description below, that has seemed to help others. So check that out too. Does it have to be green?
Green is opposite of red on the color wheel, so it's perfect for hiding any redness on your face.
Now lets look at one of the most effective ways to prevent it. Which is stress management. For
those who experience flare-ups as a result of stress, stress management is an important
factor in managing your rosacea symptoms. hile we may not always know the cause of our stress,
we do know what relaxes us. Whether it is reading a book at the end of the day,
going for a long walk at lunch hour, or even calling a loved one just to say hello,
there are little things that we can choose to do each day that will help us better manage our
emotions and have a positive effect on our skin. I hope this video was useful to you guys
and that I hope you do share this video with someone you know who can benefit from it. I also
hope that you gain just a little bit more control over your rosacea flare ups. Like the video,
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