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There is no known cure for rosacea. The goal is to identify and avoid possible triggers, and thus reduce flare-ups. In fact, the National Rosacea Society strongly recommends that you keep a symptom diary to identify the specific triggers you may have. As you keep track of your s...[read article]

Tests for Rosacea

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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient''s body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems.  More
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Medical Procedures for Rosacea

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Dermabrasion is the removal of the top layers of the skin. It is a type of skin smoothing surgery.Dermabrasion is usually done while you are awake.   More
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Surgical Procedures for Rosacea

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Laser surgery is a medical procedure that uses laser light to remove diseased tissues or treat bleeding blood vessels. Laser surgery may also be used for cosmetic p...  More
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When the two procedures are combined, the surgery is referred to as curettage and electrosurgery.The general purpose of curettage is to scrape an area free of undes...  More
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Local Excision of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue
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Prescribed Medications for Rosacea

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TETRACYCLINE (tet ra SYE kleen) is a tetracycline antibiotic. It is used to treat certain kinds of bacterial infections. It will not work for colds, flu, or other v...  More
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DOXYCYCLINE (dox i SYE kleen) is a tetracycline antibiotic. It kills certain bacteria or stops their growth. It is used to treat many kinds of infections, like dent...  More
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MINOCYCLINE (mi noe SYE kleen) is a tetracycline antibiotic. It stops the growth of some bacteria. It is used to treat many kinds of infections, like acne, respirat...  More
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METRONIDAZOLE (me troe NI da zole) is an antiinfective. It is used to treat certain kinds of bacterial and protozoal infections. It will not work for colds, flu, or...  More
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ERYTHROMYCIN (er ith roe MYE sin) is a macrolide antibiotic. It is used to treat certain kinds of bacterial infections. It will not work for colds, flu, or other vi...  More
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ISOTRETINOIN (eye soe TRET i noyn) treats severe acne that has not responded to other therapy like antibiotics. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask yo...  More
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METRONIDAZOLE (me troe NI da zole) is an antiinfective. This medicine is used to treat rosacea, also known as adult acne. It reduces redness and inflammation and th...  More
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AZELAIC ACID (ay ze LAY ik AS id) is used on the skin to treat mild to moderate acne. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or...  More
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Sodium Sulfacetamide; Sulfur (SOE dee um sul fa SEE ta mide; SUHL fer) is used on the skin to treat acne or rosacea. It is also used to treat a skin condition calle...  More
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Alternative Procedures for Rosacea What's this?

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Various forms of therapeutic superficial tissue manipulation have been practiced for thousands of years across cultures. Chinese use of massage dates to 1600 BC, an...  More
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This feature is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the care and information received from your healthcare provider. Please consult a healthcare professional with any health concerns you may have.