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Devices and topical agents for rosacea management.
Yasaman Mansouri, Gary Goldenberg1
1Department of Dermatology, Mount Sinai Hospital, 5 E 98th St, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10029-6574, USA. garygoldenbergmd@gmail.com.
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|August 8, 2014
Summary
Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory skin condition affecting facial skin. This review covers available devices and topical agents for managing rosacea symptoms, as no cure currently exists.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Inflammatory skin conditions
Background:
- Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory facial skin condition.
- It primarily affects light-skinned individuals and presents with subtypes.
- Diffuse facial erythema is a common and persistent symptom.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review current management options for rosacea.
- To discuss available devices and topical agents for rosacea treatment.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of existing studies and treatments.
- Analysis of devices and topical agents for rosacea management.
Main Results:
- Various treatment modalities can reduce rosacea signs and symptoms.
- Both devices and topical agents are available for management.
Conclusions:
- While rosacea has no cure, its symptoms can be effectively managed.
- This review provides an overview of current therapeutic options.
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