What is Rosacea?
The skin condition known as rosacea causes the skin to look inflamed and red and typically presents around the cheeks and nose. It can frequently be confused with other skin ailments but can be treated and handled if diagnosed correctly. Laser & Skin Surgery Center of Pennsylvania in Devon, PA utilizes several innovative solutions, including laser treatment, to lighten the redness and minimize flushing. Rosacea can happen to almost anyone, but is most common among middle-aged to older women with fair skin. Rosacea is a skin condition with no real cure, but it can be managed. When left untreated, it can worsen over time, causing symptoms to persist and flare for several weeks. Our team will assess your skin for symptoms and develop a personalized treatment plan to help keep them at bay.
How is Rosacea Managed?
Even though there is not currently a cure for rosacea, several treatment options are available, like topicals and antibiotic pills that can assist with inflammation. Pills tend to be much more successful in the short term but can create more side effects. Topicals can help to maintain and prevent inflammation. Laser treatments can minimize the look of blood vessels and improve symptoms related to facial flushing. A combination treatment plan is often recommended for the best management and outcomes.
What are the Symptoms of Rosacea?
Symptoms of rosacea can vary from moderate to severe. The standard sign of rosacea is a red face. In most patients, the central part of the face is noticeably red. The blood vessels of the nose and cheeks can swell and become visible. Other symptoms of rosacea can include:
- Red and swollen bumps on the face that resemble acne
- Lumps may be pus-filled
- Skin may feel tender and hot to the touch
- Eye problems, such as eye irritation, dryness, and red, swollen eyelids
- Nose can appear swollen, resulting in a bulbous appearance
Rosacea Reviews
I first came to Laser Skin Surgery Center in Devon about two years ago after dealing with persistent bumps on my face that simply would not go away. Before coming here, I had seen another dermatologist in Philadelphia who diagnosed me with rosacea, but the treatment wasn’t resolving the problem.Then I saw Dr. Wang, and the difference in the level of care was immediate.He took his time examining my skin, looked at the affected areas under magnification, took a skin sample, and actually asked questions to figure out what was going on. He even asked where I worked. When I told him I worked for a school district and was around children, that information helped him determine that what I was dealing with was contagious warts—not rosacea.He treated the areas by freezing/zapping them, and I NEVER saw those spots again. After struggling with them for so long, that was incredible.Fast-forward two years, and I returned to the Devon office because I was experiencing intense, life-disrupting itching. Naturally, I asked for Dr. Wang because of how positive my first experience had been. I was told that he is primarily doing surgeries now and that I would need to see Dr. Stephanie.I’ll admit—I was hesitant! 😂 When you find a doctor who gets it right, you don't necessarily want to switch.But man, oh man... Dr. Stephanie has been 10/10 with me. She has not missed the mark with my skin AT ALL.She is patient, kind, funny, thorough, and extremely knowledgeable. Most importantly, I feel like she actually listens. She doesn't rush through the appointment or make you feel like you're just another patient on the schedule. She takes the time to understand what I'm experiencing, explains what she's seeing and what we're doing about it, and I leave feeling confident in the care I'm receiving.Between my original experience with Dr. Wang and the care I now receive from Dr. Stephanie, I have developed a tremendous amount of trust in this practice. When something is going on with my skin, this is where I'm going.I highly recommend the Devon office—especially if you've been dealing with a skin issue that hasn't been properly diagnosed or resolved elsewhere. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I went to Stephanie Slaski today about a small mark on my skin next to my eye. After she assured me that it was not a problem and not likely to become cancerous, she asked me about a prominent sebaceous cyst on my upper front neck (which had been there for about 40 years). Previous dermatologists had told me that the only thing I could do would be to have it cut open, resulting in a nice big 2-inch Frankenstein scar as a bonus. Stephanie suggested a pinpoint approach, and said that she thought it would open easily. Naturally I took her up on it. She promptly squeezed out the contents, causing no pain whatsoever and flattening out the cyst. She assured me that she would be able to repeat the procedure if it fills up again.This was not the first time Stephanie had saved me from a skin ailment. Previously I presented to her with cystic rosetia which had been provoked by another dermatologist who had treated me with a steroid on the face, which I later learned was an obvious no-no. Stephanie treated me with a topical antibiotic-antiseptic combination, and a very temporary internal antibiotic, The issue was soon resolved.Stephane Slaski treats her patients with more than respect - in fact she is quite outgoing and interested in people generally. I could be wrong, but I think this “human factor” plays an important role in successful medical treatment, partly because the personal connection encourages a patient to trust and follow the directions of a healing professional.In both my consultations with Stephanie Slaski, I received successful treatment and solid advice on skin care. As a 78-year-old patient who has been plagued with skin issues all his life, I give her the highest possible recommendation as a skin care professional.
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Restore Your Self-Esteem
Rosacea not only has physical symptoms but emotional ones as well, as patients are often anxious in public and fear social situations because of the redness. If you believe you have rosacea, please call Laser & Skin Surgery Center of Pennsylvania to schedule a consultation so that you can put the worry behind you. Our team is knowledgeable about innovative treatments and can offer help.