Subtypes of Rosacea and Their Symptoms

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Subtypes ofRosacea

• and their symptoms

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In general, rosacea causes

• Redness
• Acne
• Irritation
• Thick, bumpy skin

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Rosacea causes symptoms on the

• Face
• Neck
• Chest
• Scalp
• Ears

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There are four subtypes of rosacea

• Each subtype has
• A scientific name
• An easy-to-remember number

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Subtype Number 1

• Scientific Name Erythematotelangiectatic rosacea

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Rosacea Subtype 1 Symptoms

• Flushing
• Redness around the center of the face
• Swelling
• Red blood vessels
• Scaling, or rough patches of skin
• Burning and stinging sensations

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Subtype Number 2

• Scientific Name
• Papulopustular rosacea
• Often occurs after or in combination with rosacea
  subtype 1

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Rosacea Subtype 2 Symptoms

• Redness around the center of the face
• Bumps and pimples resembling acne
• Burning and stinging sensations

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Subtype Number 3

• Scientific NamePhymatous rosacea
• Often occurs after or in combination with subtype
  numbers 1 and 2

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Rosacea Subtype 3 Symptoms

• Thickened skin with a bumpy surface
• Usually occurs on or near the nose

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Subtype Number 4

• Scientific Name
• Ocular rosacea
• May occur with or without the other subtypes

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Rosacea Subtype 4 Symptoms

• Red or bloodshot eyes
• Irritated eyes
• Light sensitivity
• Blurred vision
• Stinging or dryness in the eyes

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Subtype 1 usually occurs first

• It may progress to subtypes
• 2
• or 3
• or 4

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Rosacea symptoms are important

• Symptoms help doctors diagnose the subtypes of
  rosacea and prescribe appropriate treatment,
  which may include powerful topical medications
  such as Pyratine XR

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