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Types of Rosacea: Bumps and Pimples
Rosacea can often be confused with acne. However in rosacea, blackheads (oil-clogged pores) are not usually present and a burning or stinging sensation of the skin can be more common. Rosacea is also primarily found on people’s faces, while acne may also affect the back, shoulders, and chest.
A number of medications have been extensively studied and approved for this common form of rosacea, and may also be used on a long-term basis to prevent recurrence of symptoms.
-Doctors often prescribe oral and topical rosacea therapy to bring the condition under immediate control. Topical metronidazole, azelaic acid, and sodium sulfacetamide/sulfur have been approved by the FDA to treat papulopustular rosacea.
A version of an oral therapy with less risk of microbial resistance has also been approved specifically for rosacea and has been shown to be safe for long-term use.
Higher doses of oral antibiotics may also be prescribed, and other drugs may be used for patients who are unresponsive to conventional treatments.
For more information about rosacea, visit RosaceaFacts online at:
This channel and the displayed images are meant to act as a resource for rosacea sufferers but not to serve as a diagnostic tool or to be a forum to provide or share specific treatment advice. It's important to visit a dermatologist if you think you have rosacea.
Find one in your area here: rosaceafacts.com/dermatologist.aspx
Types of Rosacea: Bumps and Pimples
Rosacea can often be confused with acne. However in rosacea, blackheads (oil-clogged pores) are not usually present and a burning or stinging sensation of the skin can be more common. Rosacea is also primarily found on people’s faces, while acne may also affect the back, shoulders, and chest.
A number of medications have been extensively studied and approved for this common form of rosacea, and may also be used on a long-term basis to prevent recurrence of symptoms.
-Doctors often prescribe oral and topical rosacea therapy to bring the condition under immediate control. Topical metronidazole, azelaic acid, and sodium sulfacetamide/sulfur have been approved by the FDA to treat papulopustular rosacea.
A version of an oral therapy with less risk of microbial resistance has also been approved specifically for rosacea and has been shown to be safe for long-term use.
Higher doses of oral antibiotics may also be prescribed, and other drugs may be used for patients who are unresponsive to conventional treatments.
For more information about rosacea, visit RosaceaFacts online at:
This channel and the displayed images are meant to act as a resource for rosacea sufferers but not to serve as a diagnostic tool or to be a forum to provide or share specific treatment advice. It's important to visit a dermatologist if you think you have rosacea.
Find one in your area here: rosaceafacts.com/dermatologist.aspx