Follicle Disorders

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Treatment

There is no cure for rosacea; however, treatment may minimize symptoms. When inflammation and pustules develop, the doctor may prescribe topical or oral antibiotics. Mild acids that peel surface skin layers can help promote normal skin growth. Topical vitamin K can reduce the appearance of surface vessels, which lessens the reddening.

Metronidazole (MetroGel®) is a prescription medication that is applied topically once a day to treat rosacea. Side effects include skin irritatio...Read the full article