Rosacea laser treatment: Before and after

Rosacea is a form of chronic dermatosis that affects 10 per cent of the population. It isn't serious but this long-term skin condition can cause stress.

Discover its causes, symptoms and how it can be treated using lasers in this informative article.  

What are the causes of rosacea?

The causes of rosacea are unclear but various triggers have been demonstrated such as: extreme temperature changes; 

• excessive intake of spicy foods, chocolate or soy sauce; 
• alcohol consumption; 
• situations of greater emotional stress, and;
• physical exercise.
   

What are the symptoms of rosacea?

Rosacea mainly affects the face, namely; 

• central areas of the face; 
• the cheeks; 
• chin and;
• nose.

It can also occur on the ears, neck, torso and scalp but this is less common.

What's involved in laser treatment of rosacea?

Currently none of the available treatments (topical, systemic and laser) are considered curative. The aim of the therapy will be to reduce the symptoms, lengthen the periods between recurrences, and improve aesthetics.
 

Laser treatment is especially useful in the treatment of erythematotelangiectatic rosacea, a type of rosacea that is characterised by skin redness or flushing, as it effectively improves the vascular component of rosacea, reducing the erythema, telangiectasias, and the incidence of new rosacea outbreaks.
 

The most suitable laser for treating rosacea is the pulsed dye laser (PDL). Less selective lasers such as the 532nm KTP laser, the Nd:YAG 1.064nm laser and the intense pulsed light are vascular lasers that can be used.

In cases of phymatous rosacea, a CO2 laser can be used, where the light is absorbed by the water and allows precision destruction of the excess tissue.

If you're considering laser treatment for rosacea, arrange a consultation with one of Top Doctors leading dermatologists.