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able 1. Primary features of each rosacea subtype and their specific therapies 4
Rosacea subtypeClinical featuresTherapies available
Erythematotelangiectatic
Transient erythema and persistent centrofacial erythema with or without telangiectasia.
  • Topical brimonidine
  • Oral isotretinoin
  • Laser/light therapy
Papulopustular
Persistent centrofacial erythema with transient centrofacial papules and/or pustules
  • Topical metronidazole/
  • azelaic acid/ivermectin
  • Oral doxycycline/erythromycin/minocycline
  • Oral isotretinoin
Phymatous
Thickened skin and irregular surface nodularities, most commonly involving the nose (rhinophyma) though it can involve other facial convexities and the ears as well
  • Oral isotretinoin
  • Surgical intervention
Ocular
Foreign body sensation in the eye; burning or stinging sensation; dryness; itching; ocular photosensitivity; blurred vision; scleral telangiectasia; and/or periorbital oedema
  • Eyelid hygiene and lubricant eye drops
  • Topical cyclosporin/metronidazole
  • Oral doxycycline/azithromycin

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