by Sara Musfeldt

Ocular rosacea or rosacea of the eyes (ophthalmic) cannot be cured, like facial rosacea. Both types of rosacea can be very painful and visible because of the sufferer’s red eyes and face. Ocular rosacea affects close to 50 percent of those that suffer from facial rosacea.Ocular rosacea symptoms include:

Redness

Dryness

Blurred vision

Photosensitivity

Itching

Tearing

Pain

Swollen eye lids

Although rosacea of any kind is not life threatening, the discomfort associated with the condition requires that it be treated by a doctor-specifically a dermatologist or ophthalmologist-so that the pain and discomfort can be alleviated. Ignoring ocular rosacea could lead to cornea damage or impaired vision, even blindness. However, both of these consequences are rare.

Rosacea is associated with your vascular system or the flow of blood throughout your body. Typically a doctor will prescribe both an internal and an external form of treatment for severe cases of ocular rosacea, which includes an antibiotic like tetracycline along with eye drops and/or a skin cream that will fight bacteria. These treatments don’t eliminate rosacea from your body, but it will eliminate the bacteria present to reduce the symptoms.

On top of the treatments prescribed by your doctor, identify what it is that triggers your rosacea. Cold weather, spicy foods, and stress are common triggers, for example. Modify your diet and routine once you recognize the triggers to avoid an increase in your symptoms. Also, search for products that are made specifically for people with rosacea and sensitive skin.

About the Author:

Author Sara Musfeldt developed SkinFitnessFacts.com to help people achieve fit skin. The website has info on acne, rosacea, ocular rosacea, and alcohol related rosacea. Get a totally unique version of this article from our article submission service