- Alcohol. Alcohol can dilate the tiny blood vessels in the face, causing the face to flush. Drink in moderation only on special occasions, if at all. Not only can drinking alcoholic beverages cause flare-ups, but so can topically applied alcohol in various facial cleansing products. Always check product ingredients and avoid those containing alcohol or other overly drying ingredients.
- Spicy or hot foods and drinks. Foods that contain spicy ingredients can affect the blushing areas of the face, leading to redness. If you love spicy food, go with mild spice and only enjoy these dishes on occasion. Since hot (temperature-wise) food and drinks often trigger facial flushing, you should allow your food or warm beverage to cool a bit before consuming.
- Exercise. Regular exercise is important for everyone, but it’s also a common trigger for rosacea flare-ups. But don’t abandon your exercise routine. Rather, limit outdoor exercising to morning or evening hours to avoid midday heat and sun exposure. When exercising outdoors, use shaded trails for cycling or jogging. And always remember to keep yourself well hydrated.
- Sun and wind exposure. Sun exposure, hot and cold temperatures and wind exposure frequently aggravate rosacea symptoms. Always wear a broad spectrum sunscreen when outside, even on cloudy days. If possible, stay inside on particularly hot, humid days. If you must venture out in the cold or wind, cover your cheeks and nose with a scarf.
- Anxiety and stress. Stress and anxiety can cause rosacea symptoms to worsen, so use stress management techniques when needed. Make sure to get plenty of rest and practice deep breathing when you feel anxiety creeping up.
Category Archives: Medicine
Eye Infections: What Is Herpetic Keratitis?
Herpetic Keratitis is a viral infection of the transparent, frontmost part of the eye, the cornea.
Herpes 1 or 2 when rubbed into the eye from a cold sore, or contacted from somebody else with herpes, will often affect the cornea. The use of corticosteroid eyedrops or ointment will allow the disease to spread faster.
The symptoms are pain and redness of the eye and are a medical emergency, needing prompt treatment by your doctor to prevent scarring and blindness.
Antiviral eyedrops, such as valacyclovir, are used to treat ophthalmic herpes.
A related condition is ophthalmic zoster, caused by the varicella zoster virus. The VZ virus will produce chickenpox in unimmunized people, go into dormancy in the nervous system, and then resurface, if immunity wanes, as shingles. If the shingles occurs in the ophthalmic division of the trigeminal nerve, affecting the skin near the eye, the cornea will often be involved. Ophthalmic zoster is also treated by antiviral eyedrops.
The varicella zoster virus is closely related to the herpes simplex virus, and is a member of the same nasty family of viruses.
—Dr. C.
Diagnosis: Mayo Clinic Explains Liver Cancer
Learning about liver cancer can be intimidating. Let our experts walk you through the facts, the questions, and the answers to help you better understand this condition.
Video timeline: 0:00 Introduction 0:22 What is liver cancer? 2:04 Who gets liver cancer? / Risk factors 3:02 Symptoms of liver cancer 3:52 How is liver cancer diagnosed? 4:48 Treatment options 5:36 Coping methods/ What now? 6:00 Ending
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DOCTORS PODCAST: MEDICAL & TELEHEALTH NEWS (MAR 14)
A weekly podcast on the latest medical, science and telehealth news.
Infections: The 5 Types Of Viral Hepatitis Explained
Viral hepatitis is an infection that causes liver inflammation and damage. Inflammation is swelling that occurs when tissues of the body become injured or infected. Inflammation can damage organs. Researchers have discovered several different viruses link that cause hepatitis, including hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E.
Eye Diseases: Keratoconus – Causes And Symptoms
Keratoconus involves the cornea, the front most part of the eye, which becomes thin, and then can bulge out in ways that make correction with glasses difficult. It usually involves both sides although one side is worse. When it occurs only in one eye and not regularly followed, it can be difficult to diagnose and treat properly.
In keratoconus, there is a thinning of the cornea caused by collagen deterioration. This can be usually detected by an ophthalmologist with his slit lamp, which is a low magnification microscope.
Vision loss is always distressing, but arguably is even worse when it afflicts young people in the process of developing their identity, and interferes with schoolwork.
Keratoconus is usually begins in adolescence, progresses over 10 to 20 years, and stabilizes in the third decade of life.
There are a number of treatments depending upon the severity of the condition. In the beginning glasses suffice. Later on, a hard scleral contact lens can be used. There are treatments aimed at cross linking the corneal collagen and strengthening it. The worst cases require a corneal transplant.
The most important thing is to go promptly to a good eye doctor, preferably an ophthalmologist.
–Dr. C
Retinal Disorders: What Is Hypertensive Eye Disease?
Medicine: BPH – Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Benign prostatic hyperplasia is the most common condition that affects the prostate gland. While it can make things quite uncomfortable for those who are living with it, BPH is noncancerous and treatable. Learn more about it in this helpful video from Cleveland Clinic.
Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:16 What is BPH? 1:11 What are common symptoms of BPH? 1:58 What causes BPH and who is most affected? 2:25 Does having BPH mean you have prostate cancer? 2:50 Why you should talk to your healthcare provider
Diagnostics: Screening For Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. Colorectal cancer cannot be totally prevented, but there are ways to lower your risk and that’s with regular screening.
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force and the American Cancer Society encourage patients to start screening for colorectal cancer at age 45. Dr. John Kisiel, a Mayo Clinic gastroenterologist, also says patients should begin screening at 45. He recommends checking with your health care provider about your risks, and with your insurance provider about your coverage.
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