How long after laser session for rosacea will I start noticing a positive difference on my face? Its been 6 days and my face is still red.
Dr. Rola Al Dhaybi,
Dermatology
- It depends on what has been used for the treatment. Sometimes a difference is noticed within first days with decrease of redness then the vessels regenerate so the improvement is noticed less. Some la... Read More
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What is the difference between Nd:Yag and Ktp laser and IPL? Which is better for rosacea/couperose?
Dr. Rola Al Dhaybi,
Dermatology
- ND:Yag and KTP are true lasers that have a specific wavelength, IPL is a flashlamp, it is not a laser. The lasers target a certain depth and depending on the type of vessels to be treated they are cho... Read More
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How many laser sessions will a Rosacea patient need to notice a difference?
Dr. Rola Al Dhaybi,
Dermatology
- Lasers will not make the redness of rosacea disappear completely. They can make it decrease by a certain percentage and they can make the pimples associated with some kinds of rosacea disappear. For s... Read More
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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.
Dr. Rania Mousa,
General Medicine
- 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 improve... Read More
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IPL or Laser treatment for facial redness? What is the difference and which is more effective? What to expect after each procedure?
Dr. Rola Al Dhaybi,
Dermatology
- IPL and laser can both decrease the facial redness in case it is rosacea. However not all redness of the face is due to rosacea. Moreover there is a high risk of recurrence of the redness following tr... Read More
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Can retinomycin cause skin aging? I've been using it for 6 months with doxycyline. And are there alternatives to retinomycin and doxycline to cure rosacea?
Dr. Salim Saab,
Otolaryngology (Ent)
- Retinomycin may cause skin dryness (which could give the impression of skin aging). Flagyl could be an alternative to retinomycin and doxycyclin. Consult your dermatologist for more information on alt... Read More
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What are the best skin care products for mild rosacea?
Dr. Rola Al Dhaybi,
Dermatology
- Unfortunately the treatment of rosacea depends on its aspect upon examination and there is no prescription that can fit anybody. Each patient can be prescribed a different treatment or creams based on... Read More
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I'm 43, after the 1st laser cheeks session for rosacea-couperose (the 2nd is in 2 months), my cheeks got red because of heat, some foods and emotions! Is this normal until my laser sessions are done?
Dr. Rola Al Dhaybi,
Dermatology
- It depends on the type of laser that was used. Usually a medical device improves the rosacea and depending on the severity of rosacea multiple treatments may be needed,
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