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  • Dermatology
  • Ophthalmology
  • Immunology

Background:

  • Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory skin condition with significant psychological impact.
  • Ocular involvement affects over half of rosacea patients, ranging from mild to severe eye damage.
  • Ocular manifestations include meibomian gland dysfunction, conjunctivitis, and keratitis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the importance of recognizing ocular manifestations of rosacea.
  • To emphasize the need for interdisciplinary collaboration between dermatology and ophthalmology.
  • To underscore the potential for preventing permanent vision loss through early diagnosis and treatment.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of rosacea and its ocular manifestations.
  • Clinical case analysis of patients presenting with oculocutaneous symptoms.
  • Emphasis on diagnostic criteria and treatment strategies for ocular rosacea.

Main Results:

  • Ocular rosacea presents with diverse symptoms, including blepharitis, conjunctivitis, and keratitis.
  • Children can also be affected by ocular rosacea.
  • Delayed diagnosis can lead to severe ophthalmic complications, including blindness.

Conclusions:

  • Oculocutaneous involvement is common in rosacea, necessitating awareness from both dermatologists and ophthalmologists.
  • Prompt referral and ophthalmologic examination are vital for patients with ocular complaints.
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration is key to early diagnosis, effective treatment, and prevention of irreversible eye damage.