Rosacea Flashcards
1
Q
Rosacea
A
Chronic inflammatory facial dermatosis in adults
2
Q
Pathogenesis
A
Genetic
No comedones are present
Flushing
Inflammation
3
Q
Clinical features
Stage 1
A
Flushing
Vascular dilation
Persistent erythema
Telangiectasis
4
Q
Flushing in stage 1 is triggered by
A
Alcohol
Spicy food
Caffeine
Nicotine
Hormones
UV
Temperature
5
Q
Stage 2
A
Persistent erythema
Papules
Pustules
Does not involve hairline
Mid face
Rarely chest or trunk
6
Q
Stage 3
A
TGF-beta mediated
Rhinophyma
Swollen nose
Sebaceous gland hyperplasia and fibrosis
Telangiectasis
7
Q
Diagnosis
A
History
Clinical examination
8
Q
Treatment
A
Metranidazole
Erythromycin
Antibiotics
Isotretinoin
Surgery
Corticosteroids only in rosacea fulminans
