Condition Info - BotMed Application

ConditionName

Rosacea

ConditionDescription

Symptoms

Facial rash.

PhysicalFindings

ClinicalTests

RiskFactors

Female > Male;
> 30 y/o;
> photosensitive skin;
Demodex mites; 
H. pylori;
SIBO;
Staphylococcus epidermidis, Bacillus oleronius, Chlamydia pneumoniae;
UV light;
Smoking;
Alcohol consumption;
Coffee (especially when it's hot);
Genetic: polymorphism of the VEGF gene (+405C/G);

IsRedFlag

IsNPLEX

Consequence

ProgressionFromCondition

TreatmentOptions

Reduce exacerbating factors:
Exposure to extremes of temperature;
Sun exposure;
Hot beverages;
Spicy foods;
Alcohol;
Exercise;
Irritation from topical products;
Psychologic feelings, especially anger, rage, and embarrassment;
Certain drugs, such as nicotinic acid and vasodilators;
Skin barrier disruption;

PharmOptions

WebLink

https://www.merckmanuals.com/en-ca/professional/dermatologic-disorders/acne-and-related-disorders/rosacea