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BASICS
Description
- Rosacea is a chronic condition characterized by recurrent episodes of facial flushing, erythema (due to dilatation of small blood vessels in the face), papules, pustules, and telangiectasia (due to increased reactivity of capillaries) in a symmetrical, facial distribution. Sometimes associated with ocular symptoms (ocular rosacea).
- System(s) affected: Skin/Exocrine
- Synonym(s): Rosacea
ALERT:
Geriatric Considerations
- Uncommon >60 years of age
- Effects of aging might increase the side effects associated with oral isotretinoin (at present, data is insufficient due to lack of clinical studies in elderly patients aged 65 and above).
Epidemiology
Prevalence
- Predominant age: 30–50 years
- Predominant sex: Female > Male. However, male will often progress to later stages.
Risk Factors
- Exposure to cold, heat, hot drinks ...
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