I have acne on the face. I visited a dermatologist and he said I have rosacea and gave me Nortitate and Avenue Cilcafate. But I haven't seen any results.
It depends how long you've been on medications, you should be patient and wait. It may take about three weeks before any improvement is seen, and up to nine weeks for full benefits. If no improvement is seen after three weeks, consult your doctor.
These are however some tips that can reduce your symptoms and keep rosacea from getting worse:
-Get any bothersome symptoms under control. A dermatologist can prescribe treatments to reduce redness and any breakouts.
-Find your triggers. One of the most important things is to learn what triggers your flare-ups, and then avoid them. It can help to keep a diary(What is a PDF document?) of what you were eating, drinking, and doing on days that the rosacea appeared. Take the diary to your next doctor visit, and discuss what you can do to help control the disease.
-Protect your face. Stay out of the sun between 10 am and 4 pm. When you are outdoors, protect your face by wearing a wide-brimmed hat or visor. Use a sunscreen that is rated SPF 15 or higher every day. If your skin is dry, find a moisturizer with sunscreen.
-Be gentle with your skin. Use skin care products for sensitive skin, and avoid any products that scratch or irritate your skin. Try not to rub or scrub your skin.
-Take care of your eyes. Gently wash your eyelids with a product made for the eyes. Apply a warm, wet cloth several times a day. Use artificial tears if your eyes feel dry. Or talk to your doctor about medicine you can put into your eyes.
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The American Dental Association recommends dental cleanings for adults at least twice annually. Some stains can only be removed by a professional cleaning.
It’s recommended by the American Academy of Ophthalmology that every adult between the ages of 18 and 80 does an eye examination at least once every two years.
It's recommended by the American Cancer Association that every adult between the age of 20 and 80 does an annual skin screening by a licensed dermatologist.
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