OCULAR ROSACEA: Introduction, symptoms and causes, Diagnosis, Management, Prevention

Introduction, symptoms and causes, Diagnosis, Management, Prevention

1. M.JYOSHNA PHARM - D IInd yr Geethanjali college of pharmacy

2. What is ocular rosacea? Ocular rosacea is an inflammatory disease that affects your eyes and the skin around them. It’s a form of the broader skin disease  rosacea  that affects your whole face. It’s also sometimes called meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD). Ocular rosacea is a chronic (long-term) disease that has no cure. You can manage it with treatments and avoiding your triggers.

3. Contents Overview Symptoms & Causes Diagnosis Tests Management Treatment & Prevention

4. OVERVIEW

5. Symptoms and Causes What are ocular rosacea symptoms? Symptoms of ocular rosacea include: Inflamed or swollen eyelids (sometimes referred to as blepharitis ). Swelling around your eyes. Discoloration or redness around your eyes. Pink eye ( conjunctivitis ). Bloodshot eyes . Itching. Burning. Dry eyes . Watery eyes (or excess tears). Crusty discharge in your eyelashes. Recurring  styes  or  chalazia . Sensitivity to light.

6. Who does ocular rosacea affect? Ocular rosacea can affect anyone. A few groups of people who are more likely to develop ocular rosacea include: Adults between 30 and 50. Women and people assigned female at birth. People with light or fair skin. People from Western European ethnic backgrounds (especially from England and Scotland). How common is ocular rosacea? Experts estimate that around 5% of people worldwide have some form of rosacea. However, many people with mild symptoms never have their rosacea diagnosed. People tend to assume symptoms of ocular rosacea are issues like seasonal allergies or problems with their contact lenses. If you experience new symptoms — especially if they come back more than once — talk to your healthcare provider .

7. Ocular rosacea symptoms on skin of color Rosacea is sometimes only associated with “redness” on white or fair skin. But people with darker skin and skin of color can get ocular rosacea too. Many of the symptoms are the same, but rosacea’s trademark discoloration might be harder to notice on dark skin. It might not also show up at all. Symptoms of ocular rosacea on skin of color include: A warm or hot feeling around your eyes. Discoloration around your eyes that’s a darker brown than your usual skin tone Although no one knows for sure what causes rosacea, some circumstances and conditions are known to trigger it, including: Exposure to UV light (like sunlight or tanning beds). Stress. Exposure to intense weather (like heat, wind or the cold). Drinking alcohol. Eating spicy foods.

8. Diagnosis and Tests How is ocular rosacea diagnosed? Your healthcare provider will diagnose ocular rosacea with a physical exam. Make sure you tell them about all the symptoms you’ve felt, even if they get better before your appointment. Your symptoms, medical history and whether you’ve noticed any triggers are the only way to diagnose ocular rosacea, so every detail you share can help your provider diagnose your issues correctly. Instrument used for ocular rosacea is LIPISCAN.

9. SCANING OF THE EYE

10. Management and Treatment How is ocular rosacea treated? The most important aspect of treating your ocular rosacea is knowing — and avoiding — your triggers. This is especially true because there is no cure for rosacea. Knowing what triggers your symptoms is the best way to avoid experiencing them. Other treatments include: Warm compresses on your eyes both during and right after bathing. Artificial tears or eye drops that contain lipids. Doxycycline (an antibiotic pill). Washing your eyes with pH-balanced cleansers (instead of just soap). Wearing sunscreen (always use SPF 30 or higher).

11. Prevention How can I reduce my risk of ocular rosacea? After you’ve been diagnosed with ocular rosacea, the best way to reduce your risk of future flares is to know and avoid your triggers. Some of the best ways to prevent flares include: Limit your sun exposure. Find ways to cope with  stress  in your life. Get a healthy amount of  sleep .

12. REFERENCE https://www.clevelandclinic.com https://www.mayoclinic.com https://www.medscape.com