Welcome to myrosacea.co.uk
This is a website that provides practical advice for anyone who wants to know more about rosacea (pronounced roh-ZAY-sha).
Our goal is to keep you up-to-date with information about rosacea, its causes and symptoms, and to help you speak to your doctor about the treatments available. |
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SKIN SURVEY FINDINGS REVEAL HUGE IMPACT OF ROSACEA
We asked people who have been diagnosed with rosacea about their symptoms and the effect that the skin condition has on their lives. Over 350 people responded to our questionnaire and the results highlighted the huge impact of this little-known skin condition.
Eight out of ten people reported experiencing rosacea symptoms on a daily basis, and described the devastating consequences that their symptoms have on their self-confidence, their work, going out, and their relationships. Only half of people diagnosed with rosacea regularly use a treatment prescribed by their doctor, and of these, just one in three people are satisfied with their current treatment. A similar number have not had their treatment reviewed in the last year.
A second poll found that the symptoms of rosacea remain largely unrecognised, with nearly half of the general public not sure what rosacea is or have never heard of it. This is despite the fact that one in three people in the poll talked about experiencing symptoms typical of the different types of rosacea. To read the full report click here.
This month's Question and Answer
Skincare expert Alison Bowser will be helping with answers to your questions and will be answering a new question monthly.
Q: I was diagnosed with flushing rosacea last year, and recently I have been experiencing irritated and gritty feeling eyes. Could this be related?
A: Yes, it is possible that this could be a condition called ocular rosacea. In ocular rosacea, eye symptoms may involve irritation, a watery or a bloodshot appearance, and a dry, gritty feeling with burning, itching and/or stinging. The eyelids may also become red and swollen. The involvement of the eyes may appear before or after you notice any skin signs or symptoms. Severe cases can result in corneal damage and vision loss, so if you are experiencing any eye symptoms you should consult your doctor immediately.
For more Q&A click here.