Middle-aged People Might Have Rosacea; not Acne
A chronic disease that affects the skin is the Rosacea (pronounced
as RO-ZAY-SHE-AH). It is characterized by slight inflammation,
redness and pimples which in many cases, the skin tissue develops
a thickness. It affects nearly the entire face; however it is
rare that other parts of the body are afflicted with this type
of skin disorder.
Statistically, almost fourteen people from the entire American
population are affected with Rosacea. At any rate, Rosacea grows
both in men and women aged between 30 and 50. Acne Rosacea is
more prevalent in women than in men, though the reason is not
yet identified.
One reason suggests that it is brought on by menopause due
to the fact that hormonal activity increases in intensity over
that period of time. At first, it would have the appearance
of reddish complexion; later on developing into a more severe
skin disfiguration.
Normally, Rosacea evolves in three stages:
Stage One:
At this stage the redness of the face is visible with frequent
persistence of the reddish complexion. In time however, the
redness becomes more visible as blood vessels emerge from the
skin. At this stage, the skin is normally tough and develops
burning sensations, this then will come to the point whereas
whatever skin products are applied on the skin may bring irritation
and the sensation of skin burning.
Second stage:
At this point, the redness spreads and will be able to cover
the majority of the skin surface. The development of pimples,
swelling and boils will become noticeable.
Third stage:
This stage may be very painful but many patients do not reach
this stage. This is where rhinophyma or the condition of bulbous
nose manifests. This is characterized with the swelling which
may spread to the entire central face and in rare cases, may
affect the areas near the earlobes. The sebaceous glands at
this stage will enlarge, often causing puffed nose and cheeks.
Almost 50% of acne Rosacea cases may involve infection in
the eyes. Some patients may experience conjunctivitis or the
sensation of the eye becoming irritated and burned. If, in case
this condition is not immediately treated, this may bring serious
eye complications.
The causes for acne Rosacea are not yet identified. This
condition normally lasts for quite a number of years. Unlike
with many forms of acne, acne Rosacea may has direct links with
food intakes. This happens when certain chemicals in the body
react with the chemicals extracted from the food items taken
into the body.
Therefore, it is advisable for patients to avoid eating foods
that are observably inducing the onset of the acne condition.
In any case, over exposure to sunlight must be avoided.
To prevent the spreading of the acne Rosacea, several methods
are recommended for the patients to be followed:
• Hot drinks, spicy foods, caffeine intake and alcoholic
beverages must be avoided.
• Good sun protection must be practiced through using sunscreens
with enough SPF properties.
• The affected area must not be touched. Rigorous scrubbing
and rubbing must be avoided so to diminish the chance of spreading
the infection in other parts of facial tissues.
• If physical exercises should be performed, it must be done
in airy and cool places as to acquire good ventilation. Also,
it is advisable for patients to refrain from wearing tight clothes.
• Facial products and cosmetics must be totally avoided. Also,
if these cannot be avoided, then refrain from oil-based products.
Moreover, facial products to be used must be alcohol free for
this might further irritate the skin and cause more complications.
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