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Dermatology Notes from H.L. Greenberg M.D.

Rosacea

Why is my face so red?  What’s with all of these blood vessels?  Help!!! I’m not an alcoholic, why does my nose have all these bumps and sores?  I’m not a teenager anymore, why am I still getting acne?  It’s possible that you or someone you care about has Rosacea and April is National Rosacea Awareness Month.  There are at least 4 types of rosacea: Erythematotelangiectatic (blood vessels/easy flushing or blushing), Papulopustular (acne like bumps that don’t come to a head), Phymatous (big nose with excess tissue-think WC Fields) and Ocular (injected eyes).

Certain people are “set-up’s” for rosacea and others are less likely to get it.  In general the flushing of rosacea can be worsened by spicy foods, caffeinated beverages, citrus and some even believe chocolate!  Each person should keep a journal of the foods thought to flare their rosacea.  Avoidance of triggering foods would be the best way to avoid rosacea flares, but an antihistamine like Claritin, Allegra or Zyrtec taken an hour prior to food exposure could assist in minimizing rosacea flareup!

I enjoy treating rosacea because there are many ways in which to treat the underlying condition.  Currently, I speak for Galderma and Bayer pharmaceuticals, both of which companies have treatment options for different types of rosacea from pills to creams; the treatment of choice depends on the underlying condition.  My favorite type of rosacea to treat is the one with all the vessels (Erythematotelangiectatic type), because treatment involves the use of the Cynergy laser- a combination pulsed dye (585nm), Nd:Yag (1064nm) machine that fires 2 wavelengths sequentially turning blood vessel hemoglobin into methemoglobin and then into shattered vessel that the body naturally absorbs.  Laser vein destruction is really amazing, and may take 4 or so times to ensure the vessels are gone.  A spider vein video can be seen below.

To learn more about rosacea click here to go to the National Rosacea Society website. . http://rosacea.org/

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Aesthetic News from LV Derm:

In observance of
Rosacea Awareness Month,
Las Vegas Dermatology would like to share the “do's and don’ts” for getting the red out:

Do: Wear sunscreen!   The sun can trigger heat and inflammation in the skin which can lead to broken blood vessels and permanent sun damage.  Be sure to protect yourself with at least SPF 30 or higher.  Try SkinMedica’s Daily Physical Block SPF 30 or Fresh Canvas SPF 30.

Don’t: Use harsh skin care.  Certain products such as harsh scrubs or astringents will strip the skin of its natural oils which in turn will cause dryness and redness in the skin’s surface.  When it comes to cleansing, less is more.

Do: Moisturize regularly.  Redness prone skin needs to have a constant barrier from the elements.  Moisturize morning and night with a gentle, fragrance free moisturizer such as SkinMedica Redness Relief or Vivite’ Replenish Hydrating Cream.

Don’t: Use products with added fragrances or perfumes.  Even products with natural scents such as peppermint or eucalyptus can inflame sensitive skin.  It’s hard to know how your skin will react to any one product, so try doing a patch test behind your ear, wait 20 to 30 minutes.  If you experience no redness, burning or stinging you should be good to go.

These are just a few tips and tricks for getting, and keeping, the red out.  For more details you can schedule a complimentary consultation with our medical aesthetician and hear more about your custom skin care regimen, one of our redness reducing facials, or redness reducing laser treatments.

This Month at LV Derm:

April Specials...

♥ Any package of 3 or more
Vascular Laser Treatments 20% OFF

♥SkinMedica's
Redness Relief Complex 25% OFF

♥ FREE GIFT WITH PURCHASE OF
THE CLARISONIC PRO WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!

♥ RECEIVE A FREE SKINMEDICA TNS EYE REPAIR
WITH THE PURCHASE OF A 5ML LATISSE
WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!

Have a Healthier and More Beautiful Day!

Las Vegas Dermatology®