What should I do if my face is severely swollen due to rosacea?

Written by Huang Ling Juan
Dermatology
Updated on September 02, 2024
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If rosacea appears and causes significant facial swelling, you can apply some anti-inflammatory drugs locally, such as Mupirocin ointment or Fusidic acid cream. It is also advisable to take oral anti-inflammatory drugs under the guidance of a doctor, typically choosing Doxycycline Hydrochloride capsules or Minocycline Hydrochloride capsules.

Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory skin disease occurring on the face, primarily involving facial blood vessels, hair follicles, and sebaceous glands. The cheeks may exhibit episodic flushing accompanied by papules, pustules, and dilated capillaries, as well as uncomfortable sensations like itching and burning.

If you have rosacea, it's important to choose appropriate facial cleansing products or use clean water to remove excess oil from the skin's surface. Also, pay attention to your diet, avoiding overly greasy, spicy, and irritating foods.

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What should I do if my rosacea skin is very dry and flaking?

For skin with rosacea that is dry and peeling, it is advisable to apply mild lotions or use ointments such as urea cream, vitamin E ointment, petroleum jelly, or cod liver oil ointment. It is also important to stop using cosmetics to avoid irritating the skin and worsening the symptoms. If there is significant itching, under the guidance of a doctor, some antiallergic medicines can be used, such as loratadine dispersible tablets, cetirizine hydrochloride tablets, or olopatadine hydrochloride tablets. Rosacea is a common skin disease that usually presents with facial erythema, papules, pustules, and in severe cases, erosion, exudation, and crusting. Besides medication, rosacea can also be treated with laser therapy at a certified dermatology clinic or through chemical peeling methods.

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Will rosacea relapse after laser treatment?

Rosacea laser treatment can lead to recurrence. Since rosacea itself is a hereditary disease, it is prone to relapse. Even with successful treatment, lack of care in daily life can lead to recurrence. Frequent staying up late, consuming spicy and stimulating foods, and drinking alcohol can also cause relapse. Therefore, even after rosacea has significantly improved through treatment, it is essential to be mindful in daily life. Try to avoid alcohol and hot drinks, and do not consume spicy foods like chili peppers. These foods can trigger vascular dilation in the skin, and once the blood vessels of a rosacea patient dilate, it becomes quite challenging to reverse, potentially worsening the symptoms. Also, avoid exposure to overly warm air conditioning, as it too can stimulate vascular dilation, causing irreversible skin damage.

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The difference between roseola and pityriasis rosea

Pityriasis rosea and pityriasis versicolor are completely different conditions. Pityriasis rosea is a disease caused by a herpes virus infection, which is contagious. On the other hand, pityriasis versicolor is an inflammatory skin disease, which is not contagious. The cause is not particularly clear, but it may be related to infections or allergies. Furthermore, the treatments for pityriasis rosea and pityriasis versicolor are different. Pityriasis rosea can be treated with antiviral medications, along with symptomatic treatments such as reducing fever, etc. Pityriasis versicolor is recommended to be treated with antiallergic or astringent medications.

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What should I do if my face is severely swollen due to rosacea?

If rosacea appears and causes significant facial swelling, you can apply some anti-inflammatory drugs locally, such as Mupirocin ointment or Fusidic acid cream. It is also advisable to take oral anti-inflammatory drugs under the guidance of a doctor, typically choosing Doxycycline Hydrochloride capsules or Minocycline Hydrochloride capsules. Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory skin disease occurring on the face, primarily involving facial blood vessels, hair follicles, and sebaceous glands. The cheeks may exhibit episodic flushing accompanied by papules, pustules, and dilated capillaries, as well as uncomfortable sensations like itching and burning. If you have rosacea, it's important to choose appropriate facial cleansing products or use clean water to remove excess oil from the skin's surface. Also, pay attention to your diet, avoiding overly greasy, spicy, and irritating foods.

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What should I do if rosacea recurrently flares up?

Rose acne is a type of chronic inflammatory skin disease that can manifest as recurrent symptoms. It requires anti-inflammatory symptomatic treatment, enhanced skin cleansing, and moisturizing care, and the coordinated use of soothing and moisturizing dermatological products. Sun protection is necessary, and spicy and irritating foods should be avoided. Oral medications such as cetirizine tablets, total paeony glycoside capsules, hydroxychloroquine sulfate tablets, and doxycycline hydrochloride capsules may be used. When necessary, retinoic acid drugs can be applied, and growth factor gel can be used topically to repair skin lesions. In addition to regular dietary habits, physical therapies such as yellow light irradiation should also be incorporated.