Rosacea (Part 1) - It's more than a red face

"What have Rembrandt, the Hollywood actor, W. C. Fields and former president of the United States, Bill Clinton, all got in common?"  The answer is rosacea, which affects around 1 in 10 people in the UK. Typically characterised by a flushed face, this common skin condition can have a huge impact on an individual’s mental health and self-esteem.   So, in this episode our skin experts Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson will be discussing:  The science behind the flushing  The four different types of rosacea and their symptoms  What the common triggers are  Practical tips and advice on how to manage your unique triggers  Thank you to our kind sponsor AproDerm, who provide a range of emollients designed for the management of dry skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis and ichthyosis.  Everyone’s skin is unique and what works for one person, may not work for another. That’s why AproDerm has developed the AproDerm Emollient Starter Pack. This pack contains all four of their emollients varying in their formulation, consistency and hydration, giving you the choice to find a routine which suits you.  Find out more here.  IG: https://www.instagram.com/aproderm/  FB: https://www.facebook.com/AproDerm   We hope you find this podcast interesting and helpful. Please leave us a review or email [email protected] with any feedback on this episode or suggestions on dermatology topics that you would like to hear about in future podcasts.  The views expressed in this podcast are of Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson. Fontus Health has not influenced, participated, or been involved in the programme, materials, or delivery of educational content.