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Rhinophyma is a skin disorder characterized by a large, red, bumpy, or bulbous nose. It can occur as part of phymatous rosacea. The exact cause of rhinophyma is unknown, but it's considered a subtype of severe rosacea.
No,it is a form of rosacea, with hyperplasia of the sebaceous glands in the skin of the nose.
Nasal polyposis, or nasal polyps, is overgrowth of nasal mucosal tissue. Hypertrophy of the turbinates is another kind of overgrowth of nasal mucosal tissue. Rhinophyma is overgrowth of the external nose.
The rosacea diet is very helpful if you are having outbreaks. I know things like pumpkins can trigger problems. Here is a link for more foods to avoid. www.whathealth.com/rosacea/foods.html
Rhinophyma
DefinitionRhinophyma is a large, bulb-shaped, red-colored (ruddy) nose.Alternative NamesBulbous nose; Nose - bulbous; Phymatous rosaceaCauses, incidence, and risk factorsRhinophyma was once thought to be caused by heavy alcohol consumption, but this is not the case. Rhinophyma occurs equally in those who do not drink at all and those who drink large quantities of alcohol. The condition is much more common in men than in women.The cause of rhinophyma is unknown, though it is thought to be a severe form of rosacea. It is a relatively rare disorder.SymptomsSymptoms involve an abnormal appearance of the nose:Bulb-like (bulbous) shapeMany oil glandsMay be reddishThickening of the skinWaxy, yellow surfaceSigns and testsRhinophyma may usually be diagnosed without any testing. A skin biopsy may be needed to confirm the diagnosis in unusual cases.TreatmentSurgery to reshape the nose is the best known treatment for rhinophyma. Surgery may be done with a laser, scalpel, or a rotating brush (dermabrasion). There have been reports of good results from using certain acne medications.Expectations (prognosis)Rhinophyma can be corrected with surgery, but the condition may return.ComplicationsThe change in appearance can cause emotional distress.Calling your health care providerCall for an appointment with your health care provider if you have symptoms of rhinophyma and would like to discuss treatment.
Does rosacea get better with age
Paranerita rosacea was created in 1909.
Drillia rosacea was created in 1845.
Mitra rosacea was created in 1845.
Although rosacea is not life threatening, rosacea tends to worse and can become disfiguring if left untreated. Signs that rosacea is worsening are redness, pimples, and/or thickening skin.