New Concepts in Rosacea Classification and Treatment

Rosacea is a chronic, persistent, inflammatory skin disease of the central face and eyes, caused by immune dysfunction and neurovascular dysregulation, that presents with recurrent flushing, erythema, telangiectasia, papules, or pustules. Rosacea affects quality of life and social and mental health. Recent research has linked rosacea to autoimmune, gastrointestinal, neurological, and psychiatric diseases and cancer risks. This review discusses the rosacea subtype-directed approach management, new topical and systemic formulations, and therapy combinations depending on new phenotype classification.

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Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory skin disease that affects the central face and eyes, presenting symptoms such as flushing, erythema, and telangiectasia. Recent research has linked rosacea to various diseases and cancer risks. This review discusses the management of rosacea based on different subtypes and new treatment combinations.