| 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
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