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Subtypes of Rosacea and Their Symptoms

Presentation Description: Scientists categorize four different subtypes of rosacea according to location and symptoms. Each subtype has a scientific name and an easy-to-remember number. This presentation describes each subtype and includes pictures for easy identification.

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Subtypes of Rosacea and Their Symptoms

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  1. Subtypes ofRosacea and their symptoms

  2. In general, rosacea causes • Redness • Acne • Irritation • Thick, bumpy skin

  3. Rosacea causes symptoms on the • Face • Neck • Chest • Scalp • Ears

  4. There are four subtypes of rosacea Each subtype has A scientific name An easy-to-remember number

  5. Subtype Number 1 Scientific Name: Erythematotelangiectatic rosacea Image courtesy of the National Rosacea Society

  6. Rosacea Subtype 1 Symptoms • Flushing • Redness around the center of the face • Swelling • Red blood vessels • Scaling, or rough patches of skin • Burning and stinging sensations Image courtesy of the National Rosacea Society

  7. Subtype Number 2 Scientific Name: Papulopustular rosacea Often occurs after or in combination with rosacea subtype 1 Image courtesy of the National Rosacea Society

  8. Rosacea Subtype 2 Symptoms • Redness around the center of the face • Bumps and pimples resembling acne • Burning and stinging sensations Image courtesy of the National Rosacea Society

  9. Subtype Number 3 Scientific Name:Phymatous rosacea Often occurs after or in combination with subtype numbers 1 and 2 Image courtesy of the National Rosacea Society

  10. Rosacea Subtype 3 Symptoms • Thickened skin with a bumpy surface • Usually occurs on or near the nose Image courtesy of the National Rosacea Society

  11. Subtype Number 4 Scientific Name: Ocular rosacea May occur with or without the other subtypes Image courtesy of the National Rosacea Society

  12. Rosacea Subtype 4 Symptoms • Red or bloodshot eyes • Irritated eyes • Light sensitivity • Blurred vision • Stinging or dryness in the eyes Image courtesy of the National Rosacea Society

  13. Subtype 1 usually occurs first It may progress to subtypes 2… or 3… or4

  14. Rosacea symptoms are important Symptoms help doctors diagnose the subtypes of rosacea and prescribe appropriate treatment, which may include powerful topical medications such as Pyratine XR®

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