Rosacea

Rosacea is a bothersome skin condition that causes persistent redness, visible blood vessels, and red bumps in the middle of your face. At Integrated Dermatology of Chesterfield, located in Chesterfield, New Hampshire, serving New Hampshire, Southern Vermont, and Massachusetts, experienced dermatologists Lisa Ahava, PA-C, and Jorge Crespo, MD, understand that rosacea affects your confidence as much as your complexion. They specialize in diagnosing and treating rosacea to help you achieve clearer, healthier skin. For compassionate rosacea care, call today to schedule a skin evaluation or use the online scheduling feature anytime.

What is rosacea?

Rosacea is a common skin condition that typically affects your cheeks, nose, chin, and forehead. It inflames your skin, causing redness, visible blood vessels, and red, acne-like bumps. Unfortunately, the exact cause is unknown, but rosacea symptoms are often triggered and worsened by sun exposure, spicy foods, hot beverages, stress, and extreme temperatures.

Rosacea is most common in adults over 30 and tends to affect those with fair skin more often. At Integrated Dermatology of Chesterfield, the team of dermatological experts has been diagnosing and managing rosacea for over 20 years, with compassionate care and using advanced treatments to help you control flare-ups and improve your skin’s appearance.

What are the symptoms of rosacea?

Your symptoms may be chronic, intermittent, mild, or acute, and some of the most common are:

• Persistent facial redness, especially in the middle of your face
• Spider veins or other visible veins on your face
• Breakouts that look like acne
• Flushing or blushing easily
• Ocular rosacea: watery eyes and dry, irritated skin around them
• Thickening of your facial skin, particularly around the nose (in more advanced cases)

Because rosacea is a progressive condition, it gets worse without treatment. That’s why early diagnosis is key. The experienced dermatologists meet with you to evaluate your skin, take the time to understand your symptoms, and tailor their care to manage your unique needs effectively.

How is rosacea treated?

There’s no cure for rosacea, but Integrated Dermatology of Chesterfield offers a wide range of treatments to help you manage it successfully. Depending on the type and severity of your rosacea, your dermatologist may recommend:

• Gels and topical creams to reduce inflammation
• Oral antibiotics to quell flare-ups
• Laser therapy to reduce spider veins and visible blood vessels
• Personalized skin care advice
• Strategies on how to avoid common triggers

Whether you're newly diagnosed or have struggled with rosacea for years, you have access to the latest technology and treatment strategies to help you achieve clearer, healthier skin. For comprehensive and compassionate rosacea care, call today to book a personal consultation or use the online scheduling option at your convenience.