Rosacea

Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that can cause redness, pimples or pustules, and broken blood vessels on the face. It can cause feelings of extreme self-consciousness for those who suffer from it. Typically, rosacea affects the forehead, nose, or cheeks and can cause dry skin in those areas.

Whether you are dealing with minor rosacea or a more severe case, we understand that it can be emotionally challenging. Anxiety and embarrassment can make it difficult to interact socially and professionally. At Chattanooga Skin and Cancer Clinic we want to help you manage your rosacea, reduce the redness of your skin, and help eliminate the pustules and pimples that can result from the condition. When you are ready to feel like yourself again and get your condition under control, contact us.

Rosacea Treatment

Rosacea can be triggered by a number of possible factors. Stress, food, environmental conditions, and more can lead to outbreaks. The first step in treating your rosacea is to try to determine the factors that cause these outbreaks and then attempt to eliminate or reduce exposure to them. From there, a number of different options exist. Oral medication and topical creams can be used alone or in conjunction with one another to provide best results. Though there are over the counter cream options, a dermatologist can prescribe special creams and oral medication that will work more effectively. Medical peels and lasers are also potential treatment options that your doctor may recommend.

Some people may decide to try to treat their rosacea with natural options. Coconut oil or tea tree oil, for instance, have both been thought to have the ability to help reduce rosacea symptoms. While it is ultimately your choice to decide how you want to treat your condition, it is important to keep in mind that if rosacea is not treated effectively, its effects can become permanently damaging. To be sure that you are giving yourself the best potential treatment, call Chattanooga Skin and Cancer Clinic today. Let our staff work with you to get your rosacea under control.