Rosacea Treatment in Boise, ID and serving Meridian & Eagle, ID
What is Rosacea?
Rosacea is a skin condition caused by damage to the blood vessels in facial skin. The damage is caused by cumulative exposure to environmental factors and sun exposure, which is why rosacea affects adults and seniors.
Signs and Symptoms of Rosacea
The characteristic sign of rosacea is a diffuse red rash spreading across the center of the face, covering the nose and other areas. The skin can also feel hot and painful. The skin on the nose may appear thick and swollen and contain pus-filled bumps. Eye irritation and dryness may also occur with rosacea.
Rosacea Risk Factors
The risk of developing rosacea increases as you age, so rosacea is more common in people over 30 years old. Women and people with fair skin are at greater risk of developing rosacea. Having a family history of rosacea and smoking can also increase rosacea risk.
Factors Which Can Trigger Rosacea
Your risk of experiencing a rosacea outbreak increases if you eat spicy, hot foods, drink hot beverages, or drink alcohol. Cold or hot temperatures and wind exposure can also trigger rosacea.
How Your Dermatologist Can Treat Rosacea
Your dermatologist offers several effective treatment solutions for rosacea and may recommend a focused skincare regimen combined with medications. Laser therapy, including intense pulsed light therapy (IPL), dermabrasion, antibiotics, and anti-redness topical medications, may also be recommended to help manage rosacea.
What You Need to Do to Prevent Rosacea
It’s important to protect your skin from sun and wind exposure. You need to:
- Always wear sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30
- Always wear sunscreen with an SPF of at least 50 if you have fair skin, freckles, or you sunburn easily
- Try to stay out of the direct sun between the hours of 10 AM and 2 PM, when ultraviolet rays are most harmful