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Rosacea Treatment Boulder

Rosacea is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that is common and affects about 14 million Americans. This condition causes facial blood vessels to enlarge, which gives the cheeks and nose a flushed appearance. Rosacea can also cause pustules — small, red, pus-filled bumps. This skin condition is often mistaken for acne or eczema and can worsen over time if left untreated.

Many people who suffer from rosacea often get embarrassed by the condition, which is why it’s incredibly important to seek out professional help from a dermatologist to learn more about how to fight rosacea. At Azeal Dermatology Institute in Boulder, our team can help you diagnose rosacea and provide you with the best treatment options. The first step is to learn more about rosacea and what triggers this skin condition.

What Triggers Rosacea?

There are many different triggers for rosacea and in order to learn yours, it’s important that you keep track of what your triggers are. For instance, you may find a pattern of rosacea flare-ups when you eat a certain food, get a compliment, or even exercise. Whatever the trigger is, it’s important to understand what they are so you can better control them.

The cause of this skin condition is unknown, but hereditary and environmental factors could play a role. There are a number of triggers that could cause a rosacea flare-up, in which there is an increase in blood flow to the surface of the skin. Some triggers include:

  • Exercise
  • Spicy food and hot drinks
  • Extreme temperatures
  • Emotions
  • Sunlight and wind
  • Cosmetics
  • Medications that dilate blood vessels

While anyone can develop rosacea, there are certain factors that put you more at risk of developing this skin condition. These include:

  • Being a woman
  • Having fair skin
  • Being over the age of 30
  • Smoking
  • Having rosacea run in your family

What Are Rosacea Treatments?

There is no cure for rosacea, but there are several different treatment options that focus on controlling and relieving the signs and symptoms.

There are several different types of rosacea. Most types of rosacea are treatable with oral medications or creams. The most common type of rosacea is papulopustular rosacea, and this type includes facial flushing, tiny red lines on the cheeks and small pimples.

Treatments for rosacea differ from person to person and the outcome may differ as well. However, finding a treatment that works is common and may require a process of combining creams and/or prescription medications in order to prevent further flare-ups from occurring.

If you think that you may suffer from rosacea, be sure to schedule an appointment with our skilled team at Azeal Dermatology Institute in Boulder. Our dermatologists can teach you more about your rosacea and help you find the best treatment option for you!

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