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| Living With Rosacea Successfully |
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| Written by Rachel Rae |
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Rosacea is a skin condition that is often assumed to be acne or a sign of alcoholism. Some physicans think it is a vascular problem at core. For people who have this skin condition, it is very challenging. It is a chronic medical problem with no cure at this time. The symptoms are real and can cause emotional struggles and can be quite physically painful as well. However, many times the symptoms of rosacea can be treated or minimized. What are the signs of a person with rosacea? If you experience any of the following signs, you should consult a dermatologist. 1) Red or inflamed areas on the cheeks, forehead, nose, or chin 2) Visible blood vessels in the facial area 3) Pimples or bumpy areas on the face (other than whiteheads or blackheads) 4) Prolonged flushing where the blush doesn't go back to normal in a normal amount of time 5) Watery eyes or irritated eyes in conjunction with the symptoms mentioned above 6) Thickening of the skin (occasionally) 7) Swelling of facial areas 8) Over time, the nose may appear extremely red and bulbous, especially in older men, also known as rhinophyma 9) Sometimes rosacea appears on the chest, scalp, ears, or neck 10) Facial burning sensation, sometimes very intense and painful The exact cause of rosacea is not yet known at this point in time. It commonly shows up in both women and men sometime between 20 and 40 years of age. Some women can become isolated if left untreated because of the embarrassment of their appearance, plus the physical pain that many times goes with it. Men are sometimes emotionally affected as well. How can you cope with rosacea? First and foremost, see a dermatologist who has helped others with this skin disorder. If he prescribes a medication, give it a try and see if your symptoms improve. Rosacea can go into remission if you are careful to adhere to the plan recommended by your doctor. Along with medication, there are several lifestyle changes that can be made to ensure that the breakouts of rosacea won't occur as often. Limit your exposure to sun and wind. Try to keep stress levels at a minimum by adopting a healthy lifestyle and spending quiet time each day. Alcohol in large quantities should be avoided. If you enjoy a bath, use warm water instead of really hot water. Exercise is not off limits, but try low-impact forms of exercise in place of high impact ones. Try to exercise in cooler weather. Hot weather will exacerbate rosacea symptoms. There are home remedies that seem to have helped some rosacea sufferers. Creams containing green tea, Chrysanthellum Indicum, Niacinamide (a form of vitamin B3), or Azelaic Acid have been reported to help reduce the appearance of blood vessels and red capillaries when applied topically. Sometimes hot beverages like coffee, hot cocoa and the like, as well as hot and spicy foods can trigger a reaction and worsen symptoms. If you notice this be sure to avoid these triggers. For cosmetics I like natural mineral makeup. Wearing a green color corrector type product as a base under foundation helps as green counteracts the red of the skin and works as camouflage it so it looks more natural. Try a very mild facial cleanser such as Oil of Olay sensitive skin facial cloths or Dove's version. Do not use abrasive scrubs or astringent type products. I like using for moisture Neutrogena's oil free moisturizer, and sometimes use pure emu oil. Men should use an electric razor rather than a blade to shave each morning. Follow up with a fragrance-free moisturizer. Rosacea can be a very difficult skin disorder to have, and is many times greatly misunderstood. With proper treatment and lifestyle adjustments, it can be managed well and symptoms minimized. About Author: Kindly provided by 4Girls.dk You are welcome to use this article on your own website, if you include this link. |
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