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The goal of aspirin therapy is to suppress the vascular dilation associated with rosacea. In theory, that suppresses the body's flush response and reduces the incidence of persistent erythema." Therefore, asprin may help reduce flushing in rosacea and is a simple over-the-counter solution. To learn more in an investigative post join the RRDi since this post is for members only. 

"Collectively we showed that aspirin exerts a curative effect on rosacea by attenuating skin inflammation and angiogenesis, suggesting a promising therapeutic candidate for the treatment of rosacea."  (members only) To learn more join the RRDi

Investigative Report on Aspirin for Rosacea

Fictional parasitism: oil painting Parasites by Katrin Alvarez, 2011
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For a long time microorganisms (members only) of the skin microbiome have been suggested as a cause of rosacea. The list includes, bacteria, virus, and demodex mites. Further, there are some papers that suggest that the gut microbiome (members only) may be involved in rosacea. [Microorganisms of the Human Microbiome] (members only). LEARN MORE (members only) 

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"The five classical signs of inflammation are heat, pain, redness, swelling, and loss of function (Latin calor, dolor, rubor, tumor, and functio laesa)." [1] That distinctly describes rosacea and is one of the reasons that the inflammatory theory on rosacea (members only) is still one of the leading thoughts on its cause and why rosacea is usually described as an inflammatory skin disease condition. So what are some of the anti-inflammatory treatments for rosacea to consider? Answer. (members only)

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Honey has been mentioned more often than not for Seborrheic Dermatitis, but there are some reports it improves rosacea. We have an investigative post on this subject which you can research if you join the RRDi and subscribe.

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W.C. Fields is the rosacea poster boy with his huge bulbous nose having been linked with excessive drinking, however, we now know Fields suffered from rosacea, Phenotype 5. What do you know about rosacea and alcohol? Did you hear to avoid wine? We have an in-depth post on alcohol and rosacea worth investigating which requires you donate with a minimum of $2 to our non profit organization, less than a cup of coffee. Subscribe. 

Cathelicidin and Richard Gallo have almost become synonomous in the rosacea world. Richard Gallo is doing research on cathelicidin's role in rosacea. For more information (members only) join the RRDi and subscribe. 

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Just a thought for you to consider. Over at Reddit or Facebook where you enjoy posting with other rosacea sufferers in huge groups, why not ask 'what are twenty different theories on the cause of rosacea?' and see if you can get at least ten theories in the replies to your question. Or you could simply subscribe as a member of the RRDi and browse in one logical category, Rosacea Theories (requires subscription to post) and review at least twenty different theories. Finding the Cure has been the slogan for the RRDi since its inception. 

It is difficult for rosacea patients to discern which products and ingredients will be beneficial to their skin and which products will lead to an exacerbation of the signs and symptoms of rosacea. In this paper, the authors provide a brief overview of rosacea, its pathogenesis, signs and symptoms, and the management of the two major rosacea subtypes—erythematotelangiectatic rosacea and papular pustular rosacea. Reviewed in greater detail are the common ingredients used in over-the-counter cleansers and moisturizers with discussion of how these ingredients potentially benefit or harm the skin of patients with rosacea. 

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A Guide to the Ingredients and Potential Benefits of Over-the-Counter Cleansers and Moisturizers for Rosacea Patients

For a long time, as noted by the late late Dr. Albert Kligman, rosacea was referred to as 'Acne Rosacea', which he said, "It is interesting that the original term for rosacea was "acne rosacea”, which has more features in common with acne than currently realized. If the “acne” portion had been retained in the later works, rosacea might have received much greater investigative attention." [1] 

So what is the difference? 

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Acne Vulgaris is a completely different disease from rosacea, however some authoritative sources report that acne vulgaris can co-exist with rosacea. For more information (members only)

Accutane (Isotretinoin) has been used for many years to treat acne rosacea in higher doses so if you are taking high dose Accutane (20-40 mg or higher daily) you should read this Accutane Article on high dose Accutane but if you are on Low Dose Isotretinoin (2.5 mg to 10 mg) you should read this article. (members only)

What you should know about Accutane (isotretinoin). This article is frequently updated as new information is discovered [updated frequently] for members only. 

We review the AARS Form 990 for past years (members only). 

Image of Demodex Folliculorum courtesy of National Geographic - by Darlyne A. Murawski

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Galderma reports that treatment with Soolantra improves rosacea. This is usually the same with treatment using the ZZ cream. However, it is commonly reported that it gets worse before it gets better. 

There are substantial anecdotal reports that treatment for demodectic rosacea by reducing the number of mites shows it gets worse before it gets better. To view this authoritative post on this subject click here. 

A theory that low gastric acid (stomach acid) may be a factor in rosacea has been around for some time now and is included as a theory of the cause of rosacea in this post in our member forum Rosacea Theories. We have an authoritative post on this for your investigation, but it requires you join as a member to view. 

There are reputable sources who say it is and those who say it is is not, a controversy.  The RRDi has collected the sources who say it is along with the those who say sugar is not addictive (authoritative post). You be the judge. Why is this important to rosaceans? The RRDi is the only non profit for rosacea that lists sugar as a rosacea trigger. No other non profit for rosacea dares to publish sugar as a trigger. Subscribe as a member and read more. 

Erythrophobia is the fear of blushing. Dr. Tara O'Desky has posted in our member forum, Psychology and Rosacea, a post on how this can impact your rosacea. Dr. O'Desky volunteers on the RRDi MAC. To view her post and a link to an interview about the impact of erythrophobia on employment if rosacea is involved. To view Dr. O'Desky's post requires you donate for a subscription plan for a minimum of one month. 

Folliculitis is another rosacea mimic added to the long list of skin conditions or diseases in a differential diagnosis of rosacea (requires subscription to view). A google image search shows some photos that mimic rosacea.  

One report mentions "rosacea-like folliculitis" in describing it as a rosacea mimic.

J Clin Med. 2020 Apr; 9(4): 1241. Published online 2020 Apr 24. doi: 10.3390/jcm9041241
Dupilumab for the Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis in an Austrian Cohort-Real-Life Data Shows Rosacea-Like Folliculitis
Tamara Quint, Patrick M. Brunner, Christoph Sinz, Irene Steiner, Robin Ristl, Kornelia Vigl, Susanne Kimeswenger, Katharina Neubauer, Detlev Pirkhammer, Martin Zikeli, Wolfram Hoetzenecker, Norbert Reider, Christine Bangert

Deep dive into folliculitis - requires subscription to view. 

Watch the above trailer and hopefully watch the entire episode on Nova about the microorganisms that live within us. We have many investigative posts on what microorganisms have been associated with rosacea and you can browse through our member forum if you donate for a subscription plan and join the RRDi. 

Learn More About Microorganisms and Rosacea

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The answer to this question is one of our FAQs in our member forum. To view the answer requires a donation for a subscription plan. 

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Below are the top ten FAQs in the order of the most views as of February 2021 in our member forum. To view the answers requires you donate for a subscription plan in our member forum. For a comprehensive list of FAQs on our website by number of views click here.  

Is this rosacea?  By far the most frequently asked question on the internet and on the RRDi website. 

Are there any Oracea Anecdotal Reports? (New FAQ) Answer shows 81.6K views

What about Mirvaso for rosacea? (New FAQ) Answer shows 23.6K views

What is demodectic rosacea? (New FAQ) Answer shows 23.2K views

What is the most viewed rosacea regimen on the RRDi website? (New FAQ) Answer shows 19.7K views

What about Isotretinoin for Rosacea? (New FAQ) Answer shows 18.2K views

Is Carbohydrate Essential For Human Survival? (New FAQ) Answer shows 16.4K views

What about sugar and rosacea? (New FAQ) Answer shows 14.8K views

What is Horse Paste for Rosacea? (New FAQ) Answer shows 13.5K views

What about researching diet/lifestyle and rosacea? (New FAQ) Answer shows 13.4K views

What does a dietician nutritionist have to say about rosacea? (New FAQ) Answer shows 13.1K views

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"The study found that people stigmatized by rosacea: are embarrassed by their skin condition (77 per cent); have difficulty establishing new relationships (53 per cent); avoid public contact or cancel social engagements (54 per cent); get depressed (70 per cent); lose confidence (69 per cent); and feel frustrated and angry (74 per cent). Rosacea also negatively affected their sex life, family life, work life, mood and psychological condition."

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