Reduce Chronic Redness and Other Symptoms of This Chronic Condition in the Little Rock Area, Central Arkansas, and Beyond
Rosacea is a medical condition often misdiagnosed for facial acne. Though the chronic disease can result in the development of tiny bumps and other symptoms, it is primarily known for causing redness that comes and goes on the central part of the face. For patients who suffer from rosacea, the Little Rock area’s Dermatology Group of Arkansas knows that this constant flushing can be distracting, embarrassing, and damaging to quality of life.
It is important to get a proper diagnosis before beginning treatment for rosacea. Patients should also understand that rosacea has no cure, but there are many options for managing the symptoms and reducing the chance of future flare-ups. Our experienced dermatologists offer medical, cosmetic, and corrective skin care for this skin condition that impacts an estimated 16 million people in the United States—and around 415 million people around the globe.
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Schedule your consultation for rosacea for Little Rock, all of Central Arkansas, and beyond today. Call us at the Dermatology Group of Arkansas at 501-227-8422. You can also send us a message online!
Rosacea Basics
Like psoriasis, eczema, and other chronic skin conditions, medical science has not yet discovered the underlying cause of rosacea. While doctors may not know why it starts, they do know what to look for to make a diagnosis.
The most common symptom for sufferers is persistent facial redness. This resembles a constant blush, or even a sunburn that doesn’t fade. The redness may fade on its own, then return again at another time. Many patients report that they also feel heat in the areas that redden due to their condition.
Rosacea can also cause thin blood vessels to become visible beneath the skin. Known as spider veins, these fine lines of color typically develop on the nose, cheeks, and the general central face area.
Patients also frequently notice that rosacea causes small, pimple-like bumps to develop. Although these red or pus-filled bumps share similarities with the signs of acne, they have a different cause and can be accompanied by a stinging or burning sensation.
The skin redness and irritation can also extend to the eyes, which can appear watery and bloodshot. The condition may cause swelling and discomfort. It can also cause sties to form, crusts or scales to develop on the eyelids, and other eye-related problems.
Over time, some rosacea patients—especially men—may notice that the skin on their face, and particularly the nose, begins to thicken. This is known as rhinophyma, and it can potentially hamper proper airflow in the nose if left untreated.
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What Treatments Are Available for Rosacea?
The go-to approach for taming rosacea symptoms involves topical and oral medications designed to reduce symptoms. At Dermatology Group of Arkansas, we offer skin care regimens as treatment. We also use lasers to treat excessive redness, since the light energy can target the pigment in red blood cells, breaking up visible vessels and leading to a clearer tone.
We also work with patients to identify potential triggers for flare-ups of their condition. Sunlight and heat, stress, exertion, alcohol consumption, spicy foods, and other factors are known for prompting excessive flushing.
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Contact the Dermatology Group of Arkansas today for rosacea in the Little Rock area. Request a consultation online, or call 501-227-8422.