Description

Ocular rosacea (roe-ZAY-she-uh) is inflammation that causes redness, burning and itching of the eyes. It often develops in people who have rosacea, a chronic condition of the skin that affects the face. Sometimes ocular (eye) rosacea is the first sign that you may develop later in the face.

Ocular rosacea mainly affects adults between the ages of 30 and 50 years. It seems to develop in people who tend to blush and flush easily.

There is No cure for ocular rosacea, but the medications, and a good eye care routine can help control the signs and symptoms.

Symptoms

The signs and symptoms of ocular rosacea may precede the skin symptoms of rosacea, develop, at the same time, develop later or occur on their own. The signs and symptoms of ocular rosacea may include:

  • Red, burning, itchy or watering of the eyes
  • Dry eyes
  • Roughness or the feeling of having a foreign body in the eye or eyes.
  • Blurred vision
  • Sensitivity to light (photophobia)
  • Dilation of the small blood vessels in the white part of the eye that are visible when you look in a mirror
  • Red, swelling of the eyelids
  • Recurrent eye or eyelid infections, such as conjunctivitis (conjunctivitis), blepharitis, sties, or chalazion

The severity of the symptoms of ocular rosacea does not always match the severity of the symptoms of the skin.

When to see a doctor

Make an appointment to see a doctor if you have signs and symptoms of ocular rosacea, dryness in the eyes, burning or itchy eyes, redness, or blurred vision.

If you have been diagnosed with skin rosacea, ask your doctor whether you should undergo periodic reviews to verify the ocular rosacea.

Causes

The exact cause of ocular rosacea, as the skin of rosacea is unknown. It may be due to one or more factors, including:

  • The inheritance
  • Environmental factors
  • Bacterial involvement
  • Blocks the oil glands of the eyelids
  • Mites of the tabs

Some research has also shown a possible link between skin rosacea and Helicobacter pylori bacterium, which is the same bacteria that cause gastrointestinal infections.

A number of factors that aggravate the skin, rosacea can worsen rosacea of the eye, as well. Some of these factors include:

  • Hot or spicy foods or drinks
  • Alcohol
  • The light of the sun, the wind or the temperature of the ends
  • Certain emotions, such as stress, anger, or shame
  • The strenuous exercise
  • Hot baths or saunas

Risk factors

Ocular rosacea is common in people with skin rosacea, although it may also have ocular rosacea without the skin is involved. Skin rosacea affects more women than men, and ocular rosacea affects men and women equally. It is also more common in fair-skinned people of Celtic and Northern European origin.

Complications

Ocular rosacea may affect the surface of the eye (cornea), especially when you have dry eyes from the evaporation of the tears. The corneal complications can lead to visual symptoms. Inflammation of the eyelids (blepharitis) may cause secondary irritation of the cornea by bad tabs, or other complications. Ultimately, corneal complications may lead to loss of vision.

Diagnosis

There are No specific tests or procedures that are used for the diagnosis of ocular rosacea. Instead, it is likely that your doctor make a diagnosis based on your symptoms, your medical history and an examination of the eyes and eyelids, and the skin of your face.

Treatment

Ocular rosacea can usually be controlled with medication and home care of the eyes. But these steps do not cure the disease, which often remains chronic.

Your doctor may prescribe the temporary use of oral antibiotics, such as tetracycline, doxycycline, and minocycline. For serious illness, you may need to take antibiotics for a longer time.

Lifestyle and home remedies

You can help manage your rosacea eye after a good eye care routine. Follow this routine, even when his condition resolves to help prevent outbreaks. These tips can help.

  • Keep the eyelids clean, gently wash them at least twice a day with warm water or a product recommended by your doctor.
  • Avoid makeup if your eyes are inflamed. When you're able to wear makeup, choose the types that are nonoily (noncomedogenic) and fragrance-free.
  • Avoid wearing contact lenses during flare-ups, especially if your symptoms include dryness of the eyes.
  • To prevent outbreaks by avoiding the things that trigger or worsen rosacea or rosacea of the eye, if possible. Items that tend to dilate the blood vessels in the face with hot, spicy foods and alcoholic beverages.
  • The use of artificial tears to relieve the dryness. Ask your doctor for guidance.

Preparing for your appointment

It is likely that you first see your family doctor or primary care physician. You may be referred to an eye specialist, such as an optometrist or an ophthalmologist.

Here's some information to help you prepare for your appointment.

What you can do

  • List of the symptoms that you are experiencing, including any that may seem unrelated to the reason for which you scheduled the appointment.
  • If you have received a diagnosis of rosacea, be prepared to discuss your treatment history.
  • The list of personal information, including any major stresses or recent life changes.
  • Make a list of all the medicines, vitamins, and supplements you are taking.
  • List of questions to ask your doctor.

Prepare a list of questions to ask your doctor can help you make the most of their time together. A list of questions from most important to least important. For ocular rosacea, some basic questions to ask your doctor include:

  • What is likely causing my symptoms?
  • I need to have tests to confirm the diagnosis?
  • Is my condition temporary or chronic?
  • What is the best course of action?
  • What are the alternatives to the primary approach you're suggesting?
  • I have other medical conditions. How can I best manage them together?
  • I need to follow any kind of restrictions?
  • Is there a generic alternative to the medicine you're prescribing?

Do not hesitate to ask any other questions that may arise during your appointment.

What to expect from your doctor

Your doctor may ask you a series of questions, including:

  • When did you begin experiencing symptoms?
  • The symptoms been continuous or occasional?
  • How severe are the symptoms?
  • Have you noticed any changes in your skin such as redness, swelling, or redness?
  • Have you noticed changes in your vision?
  • What, if anything, seems to improve your symptoms?
  • What, in any case, it seems to trigger or worsen your symptoms?
Symptoms and treatment of Ocular rosacea