Rosacea

This disease appears as a rash on primarily the nose and cheeks with redness, and often small pus-filled skin raised above the surface. The skin condition may also cause eye problems in patients. Oftentimes, all of these symptoms are fleeting, coming and going on the patient.

Severity

The Rosacea Area and Severity Index (RASI) evaluates what state of severity the disease is in. Though the disease is not life-threatening, it can be very painful.

Affected Demographic

Rosacea is most common in adults between the ages of 30 and 50 and is present in over 16 million Americans, rendering it quite a common disease.

Treatment

Rosacea does not have an exact cure as of now, but there are ways to treat the symptoms. First, seeing a certified dermatologist is recommended if someone suspects that they might have rosacea. A dermatologist will be best qualified to give further instructions on how to treat the disease. They may prescribe an ointment or cream that can be helpful to remove the rash on the skin. Additionally, for rosacea that is less mild, medications and lasers may also be used.

Sources

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2. “Rosacea.” National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 21 Aug. 2024, www.niams.nih.gov/health-topics/rosacea#:~:text=Rosacea%20is%20a%20long%2Dterm,emotional%20stress%2C%20bring%20them%20on.

3. “Rosacea.” National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 21 Aug. 2024, www.niams.nih.gov/health-topics/rosacea#:~:text=Scientists%20do%20not%20know%20what,fully%20understand%20why%20inflammation%20occurs.

4. “Rosacea.” Mayo Clinic, Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 17 Oct. 2023, www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/rosacea/symptoms-causes/syc-20353815. Accessed 14 Sept. 2024.