Rosacea, or couperose, is a chronic relapsing inflammatory condition of the facial skin, often presenting with burning, diffuse redness, visible capillaries and, in more active forms, papulo-pustular lesions. It has a major aesthetic and psychological impact and can be difficult to diagnose, as it may mimic other facial dermatoses.
In some patients, rosacea is associated with underlying gastrointestinal or hormonal disorders that require specific evaluation.
Prevention starts with lifestyle: avoiding very spicy or high-calorie foods, limiting alcohol and very hot drinks, reducing exposure to direct heat sources (saunas, fireplaces, stoves) and applying appropriate sunscreen every day.
Therapeutic perspectives
At MAVIT, rosacea treatment is fully tailored and may include:
• topical therapies with anti-inflammatory or antiparasitic action
• high-protection sunscreens for daily use
• systemic therapies in more inflammatory forms
• Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) to reduce background redness and colour irregularities
• vascular lasers (KTP, Nd:YAG) for more prominent telangiectasias
When rosacea is driven by internal, gastrointestinal or inflammatory conditions, dedicated specialist consultations are recommended to address comorbidities first and enhance the effectiveness of dermatologic treatment.
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