Rosacea treatment

Rosacea is a chronic skin condition characterized by redness and nodules.

Causes of rosacea.

To date, the exact cause of rosacea is unknown. The key version is genetic predisposition, as well as changes in the tone of superficially located small vessels (arterioles). Factors that lead to exacerbation of rosacea are as follows:

External factors:

• excessive consumption of spicy foods,
• spices;drinking hot drinks;
• chemical peels;
• use of drugs with corticosteroids (steroid rosacea);
• cosmetics with aggressive ingredients;
• taking certain medications;
• excessive insolation, UV irradiation;
• strong wind;
• exposure to high and low temperatures;
• alcohol abuse.

Internal factors:

• Gastrointestinal diseases;
• Pathologies of the endocrine system;
• Problems with the immune system;
• Fitzpatrick type 1 and 2 photosensitivity;
• Functional insufficiency of peripheral blood supply.

Most often, rosacea is diagnosed at the age of 30-40. After 40 years, the manifestation of symptoms in women is often associated with menopause. After 50 years and in childhood, the primary development of the disease occurs extremely rarely. The genetic factor plays an important role in the development of the disease. Rosacea may be associated with structural features of blood vessels or the functioning of various body systems that influence the formation of this condition. Studies have shown that in 40% of cases, relatives of patients have a history of the disease.

Symptoms of rosacea.

The primary signs of rosacea include: limited intense redness of the skin (erythema) caused by vasodilation; formation of papules, pustules; dilation of superficial vessels (telangiectasia): blue-red spots, spider veins, couperose.

Secondary signs of rosacea: burning sensation, often in the cheekbones; dry skin; swelling; ophthalmological disorders: conjunctivitis and other inflammatory eye diseases; thickening of the tissue and unevenness of the skin surface (phymatous changes); disease of the skin of the nose, enlargement of its elements (rhinophyma); enlargement of other parts of the face (chin, forehead, cheeks, ears).

In the initial stages of rosacea, redness and other defects appear as a result of external provoking factors. After this, the symptoms become persistent. Rosacea requires mandatory treatment, otherwise serious complications are possible.

Rosacea can be of several types. The first is the actual form of rosacea, depending on the intensity and nature of the manifestations and symptoms. 

Accordingly, a wide group of varieties of the pathological process is distinguished:

• papular (pustular) type, when characteristic redness develops, and along with it small blisters, pimples or ulcers (papules, pustules) form on the skin, this condition is potentially more negative in terms of skin defects;
• erythematous form, in which vasodilation predominates; due to stagnation of blood, the affected area acquires a characteristic reddish-crimson tint, gradually the disorder becomes persistent and does not go away;
• phymatous type, in which the affected areas thicken, acquire a characteristic uneven texture, and look like tumor-like growths;
• ophthalmological form, it is typically characterized by the development of inflammation of the eyelids, and in some cases of the conjunctiva (other, deeper structures of the organ of vision are usually not affected).

All of these are typical forms of the pathological process that develop quite often. All other types of rosacea with identical etiology and pathogenesis are called atypical and appear much less frequently. Among them:

• fulminant form, in which there is inflammation with an infectious component (reminiscent of erysipelas);
• dosage form, as a rule, develops while taking certain antibiotics;
• steroid type, in which the basis of the disease is the use of hormonal drugs;

• chemical form, as a response to the effects of certain chemical compounds;
• conglobate form, as an aggressive and dangerous variety, flowing rapidly and with a lot of complications;
• granulomatous type, which is based on the development of granulomas, yellowish nodules.

The reasons for the appearance of rosacea are essentially the same. But the source of the problem is different. Rosacea mainly appears on the face. Other areas of the body are less commonly affected: the neck, head, torso and arms.

VISIBLE CAUSES OF ROSACEA:

The pathological process can be divided based on the stage of the inflammatory condition. In total, dermatology distinguishes 5 phases of the disorder:

• in the first phase, transient erythema and tissue redness are observed, the disorder disappears on its own, treatment is usually not required;
• in the second phase, the erythema becomes constant, characteristic vascular bundles develop, the redness of the face is persistent and does not go away;
• in the third phase, papules develop, small blisters filled with clear liquid;
• in the fourth phase, pustules and ulcerative formations are formed;
• at the final, fifth stage, tissue hypertrophy develops, gross scarring occurs with the development of a cosmetic skin defect.

Rosacea treatment methods:

1. Drug treatment of rosacea. Drug therapy is prescribed taking into account the stage, duration and characteristics of the course of the disease, and the severity of symptoms. As a rule, antibiotics are prescribed; application of local medications; taking antihistamines; taking fungicidal agents (drugs that suppress the development of fungi); taking sedatives; taking venotonics; taking retinoids.

2. Non-drug treatment (hardware treatment): Laser therapy; IPL therapy (intense pulsed light treatment); photodynamic therapy (LED therapy).

Era Esthetic Avenue medical center uses the latest methods of treating rosacea with American equipment:

Vbeam Candela. The Vbeam Candela laser safely and effectively treats rosacea, as well as other vascular disorders. It uses pulsed laser technology to deliver an intense yet gentle flash of light to targeted areas of the skin. There it is absorbed by blood vessels, performing safe treatment of pathology. Most patients notice results immediately and it is safe for all skin types.

Rosacea is a vascular pathology with small networks of dilated capillaries, and pimples can sometimes be seen on the surface of the skin, which leads to redness of the skin. VBeam laser energy is absorbed by these capillaries. This is the absorption process. The capillaries collapse and blood moves away from the surface of the skin. The redness fades. Collapsed capillaries are removed during the natural removal of metabolic products from the body. The skin looks even and smooth, the symptoms of rosacea are under control.

Nordlys Candela. Nordlys Candela is one of the most effective methods of combating skin redness and dilated blood vessels. The method involves the application of intense pulsed light to the red pigment (which causes redness) contained in dilated blood vessels. Light penetrates the skin and affects the vascular network.

Photodynamic therapy. This technique is ideal for the treatment of not only rosacea, but also acne, couperose, psoriasis, enlarged pores, as well as for the complex correction of scars, post-acne, and hyperpigmentation. It is used not only on the face, but also on all parts of the body.

The Era Esthetic Avenue medical center uses 2 photodynamic therapy devices: Omnilux; Medisol Deleo.

Preparation for the procedure.

To achieve maximum effectiveness, as well as to avoid unpredictable consequences, specialists at the Era Esthetic Avenue center recommend:

• 2-3 weeks before laser removal of vascular defects, avoid tanning salons and sunbathing under direct sunlight;
• exclude the use of peelings and scrubs so as not to injure the skin on the eve of the procedure;
• stop taking anticoagulants and antispasmodics 2-3 days before the procedure;
• before laser treatment for rosacea, it is necessary to protect the skin from ultraviolet radiation (using SPF cream);
• do not expose your face to thermal procedures. This includes avoiding visiting bathhouses and saunas.

Care after the procedure.

• Avoid sun rays, use protective skincare products with a high SPF level;
• do not go outside in frosty, windy weather unless necessary;
• refrain from physical activity, visiting the sauna, bathhouse for 7 days;
• minimize stress in everyday life, take sedatives;
• give up harmful habits, exclude alcohol-containing skincare products;
• ensure normal night sleep of at least 8 hours;
• adjust your diet – limit spicy, smoked, hot foods.

Prevention of rosacea.

Effective prevention of rosacea is taking care of vascular health and minimizing negative factors:

• You should avoid prolonged exposure to the open air in hot or cold weather. Doctors recommend using protective agents against chapping of the skin and direct sun exposure;
• You cannot visit a tanning salon, bathhouse, or sauna. When visiting the beach or the street on a sunny day, you need to apply protective products with SPF filters to your skin. The face can be protected with wide-brimmed hats;
• Provide an optimal microclimate in the room where you spend a lot of time. Monitor the temperature and humidity;
• Review your diet as much as possible, since the relationship between the occurrence of rosacea and food has been proven by numerous studies;
• Give up bad habits;
• Avoid aggressive cosmetic procedures that can damage the skin. Skin care should be gentle. Use mild skin cleansers, do not use a hard washcloth. Apply creams that moisturize the skin;
• If exacerbations are associated with taking medications, consult your doctor about adjusting treatment;
• Do not use creams with hormonal substances;
• Care cosmetics should not contain vasodilators or alcohols.

Benefits of the procedure at the Era Esthetic Avenue medical center:

For fast, effective and safe treatment of rosacea, you should contact experienced specialists. The medical center’s specialists practice dozens of proven methods. Era Esthetic Avenue is a leader in the field of laser therapy with over 16 years of experience.

You can be confident that you will get maximum results in a minimum number of sessions with a variety of the latest laser machines.