Rosacea

Rosacea Treatment Plan   Week 1-4:  Doxycycline 50 once per day (Subtype 2)                   Metrogel 1% topically once per day (Subtype 1) Week 3:    Laser Vein Treatment for Telangectasias Week 6:    Sciton BBL - Broad Band Light Treatment Week 9:    Sciton BBL - Broad Band Light Treatment Week 12:  Sciton BBL - Broad Band Light Treatment   Maintenance Treatments as needed with Sciton BBL      Continue to use the Topical and Oral Medications      Avoid Precipitating Factors like alcohol, hot spicy         foods and heat (see Triggers below).   Frequently Asked Questions about Rosacea

Avoid Triggers

After you have identified triggers that cause flare-ups, avoid these triggers to help reduce your symptoms. Use sunscreen on your face every day. Avoid the midday sun, and wear a wide-brimmed hat. Minimize stress in your life. Take care of yourself, eat a balanced diet, and exercise regularly. Stay cool on hot, humid days. Limit consumption of alcohol, spicy foods, and hot drinks. Stay as cool as possible when you exercise. Try to exercise for shorter, more frequent intervals, and do low-intensity workouts. In the summer, exercise during the cool morning hours. Use a moisturizer during the winter to protect your face from dryness. Wear a scarf over your cheeks and nose to help protect your skin from the cold and wind. Avoid excessive hot water, hot tubs, and saunas. Use skin care products for sensitive skin, and avoid any products that are abrasive or that irritate your skin.