FAQs

Skin care

Advice on minimising sun damage and maintaining skin health and appearance.

Dr Chris Miller
Answered by Dr Chris Miller
Accredited skin cancer doctor

MBBS, MA (Virtual Comm), Grad Cert Hlth Info, Grad Dip Comp Inf Sci

Nicotinamide has been taken by many pregnant women and women of childbearing age without an increase in the frequency of malformations or other direct or indirect harmful effects on the foetus having been observed. It’s safe for your baby if you take this supplement while breastfeeding.

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Unfortunately, there's no known cure for rosacea, but it can be managed successfully with a combination of trigger avoidance, good skin care practices, and medical treatments.

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Lupus rash and rosacea are two different skin conditions that can cause redness and inflammation on the face. Lupus is a generalised disorder, while rosacea is mainly confined to the skin and eyes.

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The “best“ prescription cream for rosacea would be effective in reducing symptoms, causing minimal side effects and result in a long-lasting or permanent improvement in symptoms. Unfortunately, no cream meets all these criteria and the best cream for any individual will vary depending on a combination of factors including clinical response and how well the medication is tolerated.

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Perioral dermatitis and rosacea both cause redness of the face. While rosacea tends to affect the nose and cheeks, perioral dermatitis is most common around the mouth. Both conditions can respond to oral antibiotics, although topical treatments differ.

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Redness around the nose can be caused by rosacea, perioral dermatitis, or eczema. Treatment options differ depending on the underlying cause, and may include topical or oral antibiotics, vascular laser treatment, or topical creams and gels.

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Rosacea and eczema are two chronic skin conditions that can be easily confused due to similar symptoms. Rosacea causes redness around the nose and cheeks, while eczema can occur anywhere on the body and often causes itching. Treatment for both conditions can include lifestyle changes and medications.

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Itching is not a typical symptom of rosacea, which more commonly causes mild discomfort or burning sensations. Itching tends to be associated with other conditions that cause facial redness such as eczema or perioral dermatitis.

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To calm a rosacea flare-up, it's important to avoid triggers and use a combination of medication, lifestyle changes, and skin care strategies. Using cool compresses and gentle, fragrance-free moisturisers and over-the-counter rosacea treatments containing vitamin B3 can soothe itchy, irritated skin.

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One main symptom of rosacea is rosy cheeks, which can cause discomfort and embarrassment. Treatment options for rosacea include topical and oral medications, lifestyle changes, and skincare strategies. Identifying and avoiding triggers, using gentle skincare products, and protecting skin from the sun can also help. Intense pulsed light (IPL) and laser treatments are also effective in reducing redness associated with rosacea.

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