Wk 11 Rosacea
True or False: In some cases of Rosacea, usually involving men, the nose may enlarge which is a condition known as Rhinophyma.
True
Indicate whether an MLD massage is or is not recommended or used on clients with rosacea.
is reccomended
True or False: There are 4 stages of Rosacea
True
This is worsened by spicy foods and excess heat
acne rosacea
True or False: Stimulating treatments and products help remove any skin mites or fungus on rosacea skin.
False
True or False: Rosacea is an acute condition of diffuse erythema, many telangiectasia and flushing.
False
Indicate whether a Lucas sprayer or other cool mist equipment is or is not recommended or used on clients with rosacea.
it is
Would a chemical or physical sunscreen be better for a client with rosacea?
Physical
Indicate whether green tea is or is not recommended or used on clients with rosacea.
it is
True or False: In early stages of Rosacea tobacco and caffeine which are vasoconstrictors, will cause a sudden dilation of blood vessels causing redness.
False
True or False: Metrogel, metrocream, and Noritate are all common names for the prescription antibiotic Metronidazole which is often used to treat Rosacea.
True
True or False: People with Rosacea will not have Comedones which is helpful when assessing the skin for either an Acne or a Rosacea condition.
True
Which of these is true for rosacea?
Anti-biotic medication is commonly used to treat rosacea
True or False: IPL, which is a gentler treatment than a laser because it uses multiple wavelengths, can be used to treat the blood vessels which contribute to the Rosacea problems of redness and irritation.
True
True or False: Rosacea is a common skin condition that usually occurs after age 40 but can sometimes begin as early as the 20s.
True
True or False: Oily rosacea is characterized by bouts of pimples and periodic seborrhea dermatitis.
True
True or False: Individuals with severe cases of Rosacea may have objective symptoms of large, sore papules and pustules while those with very severe case will have cysts.
True
True or False: Rosacea is a chronic disorder characterized by diffuse redness, many telangiectasia, and facial flushing; it may first appear as chronically pink or red cheeks in people as early as their twenties.
True
TRue or False: Sunscreens are a must for all Rosacea patients; and it is even more important for those suffering from severe rosacea with cysts who are being treated with Isotretinoin (aka Accutane).
TRue
True or False: Individuals with dry rosacea will have severe parchment like dehydration with skin flaking and will redden quickly by harsh treatments or products while those with oily rosacea will complain of seborrhea and breakouts and some will have periodic bouts of seborrhea dermatitis.
True
True or False: In ocular rosacea along with the other characteristics of other stages with client will develop red, watery and swollen eyes which can develop into other inflammatory eye conditions
True
True or False: Grapeseed, green tea, and matricaria (Chamomile), and allantoin (from Comfrey) are useful for soothing and calming rosacea skins.
True
True or False: A client who complains of Redness triggered by heat or alcohol may actually have Rosacea in an early or mild stage.
True
True or False: The Higher the pH of an AHA product the more irritating to the skin it becomes so those who suffer from Rosacea should only use AHA products with a low pH to avoid stimulating a flare up.
False
True or False: Those suffering from Rosacea should avoid vasodilators like alcohol, spicy food, and extreme temperature changes as these things contribute to inflammation (and heating of the skin) which causes the growth of Microflora on the skin which is believed to be a major contributor to a Rosacea condition.
True
Rosacea is most common in which skin types, according to the Fitzpatrick Scale?
types I – III
In this Stage of Rosacea the client will notice or complain about redness that lasts longer than 10 min triggered by heat, alcohol and emotional stress
Stage 1 – Erythematotelangiectatic Rosacea
True or False: Prolonged inflammation around vascular blood vessels will lead to a thickening of the tissue and is evident in Stage 3 Rosacea
True
In this Stage of Rosacea the client will notice or complain about papules surrounded by pinpoint pustules and in severe cases cysts may develop
Stage 2 – Papulopustular Rosacea
True or False: Lymphatic drainage massage and cool towels are good facial techniques to use on those with Rosacea.
True