able 1. Primary features of each rosacea subtype and their specific therapies 4
Rosacea subtype	Clinical features	Therapies 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