How to Cure Rosacea With Antibiotics
Rosacea is a type of skin rash that can range from mild to severe. It is usually prominent on the face, particularly the nose, ears, cheeks and neck area. The area may look inflamed and red, and rosacea is often accompanied by pimples or blisters. Consult a dermatologist if any of these conditions are evident or irritating. Fortunately, you can turn to antibiotics and special facial cleansers to help soothe rosacea and possibly ward off future flare-ups.
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How to Cure Rosacea With Antibiotics
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Your dermatologist will probably suggest various treatment options. If the rash is severe, you can expect to go home with prescriptions not only for oral antibiotics but also for topical ones.
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Antibiotics are prescribed in cases that are particularly intense and irritating. The type of antibiotic will be determined by the doctor on a case-by-case basis.
"The patient will use the antibiotic until they are in a temporary remission," emphasizes Dr. Charles J. Douchy of North Atlanta Dermatology. "Bear in mind that rosacea is controllable, but not curable."
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Topical creams are used to supplement the antibiotics. They soothe the skin and help alleviate some of the irritation associated with the rash.
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People with rosacea have very sensitive skin, so they need to use gentle products. Consult your dermatologist and, at the very least, use an extra gentle soap that you can buy over the counter, such as Cetaphil's "moisturizing gentle cleansing bar for dry, sensitive skin" and Neutrogena's fragrance-free formula for dry skin. These can help keep the irritation and dryness to a minimum.
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Because rosacea is a long-term condition, your skin regimen may change depending on how your skin responds to the various treatments. For instance, if your rosacea improves with the use of oral antibiotics, then when the full course is completed, you will likely take a break from them and continue with the topical creams for maintenance.
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Tips & Warnings
The National Rosacea Society recommends keeping a journal of your symptoms. Record the foods or environmental conditions that contribute to your flare-ups. After a few weeks, you should start to see a pattern that can help with your diagnosis and treatment plan.
Always avoid direct sun exposure, and use sunscreen liberally. Limit your intake of spicy foods, hot drinks and alcohol, and strive to keep your stress level in check.
