Controlling My Rosacea

When I first ordered the Rosacea-Ltd treatments my rosacea was out of control. I had moderate to severe facial redness, ocular rosacea and papules ranging daily from mild to severe.
When I began the treatment, I was very strict with my water intake, food limitations and supplements. When my skin was bad the disks worked wonders. They lasted me for at least two years.

My skin seems to be in some sort of remission at this time thanks to the Rosacea-Ltd disks. My ocular rosacea is no longer a problem. I no longer eat right, I don't drink water and I don't take any supplements or take any oral antibiotics, but thanks to the disks, my skin is clear and near normal.

J.T.

Progress With Rosacea Steroid Withdrawal

Rosacea Ltd 3 are the discs (www.rosacea-ltd.com) this website talks about the steriod withdrawal (no Rx necessary). When I ordered the discs I had to stop the steriods cold turkey, that was tough and I had a reaction to the Cetaphil Soap and my face did not agree too much with the jojoba oil but I pushed on and I am very pleased. I found the white disc to be better for me than the tan disc. I also had to use a Neutrogena bar instead of the Cetaphil but it seems to be working fine. I also used antibiotics to help with this process for the first couple of weeks, but now I am off those too!! I am very happy to say my face is quite managable right now, as we all know something could set it off or cause a flare up but I feel this Rosacea Ltd 3 disc is"stabalizing" my face. Oh also I had to start by putting the disc on my handsfirst and then applying to my face. Remember - try one thing at a time so you know what your face reacts too The topical steriods have weakened your face so let your face heal a bit which is what the initial instructions say for the Rosacea discs)

Alicia

Rosacea-Ltd Facts

The key to Rosacea Ltd III is simplicity. It delivers many well-known and well-documented anti-rosacea, anti-acne, and anti-seborrheic dermatitis ingredients directly to the skin, without the side effects that accompany most rosacea treatments.
Rosacea Ltd III™ will improve the appearance of rosacea, seborrheic dermatitis and acne. Initial studies of rosacea test subjects indicate—and 98 percent of previous Rosacea Ltd users confirm—that Rosacea Ltd is extremely effective in soothing and conditioning the skin to lessen the appearance of facial redness (erythema) and dilated facial vessels (telangiectasia), as well as rosacea-related papules.
Many existing Rosacea Ltd users had been frustrated for many years from unsuccessful or marginal results from other products. Many of you will note that prescription medications such as steroids, retinoids, accutane, and various light laser treatments do not work for you but can actually cause additional damage to the skin. The oral and topical antibiotics can work for up to several months before the bacteria become immune to the antibiotic, causing the antibiotic to no longer be effective. Some of the acne products you may have used in the past can also lead to a condition known as acne rosacea.
As we know, there is no rosacea cure but most customers notice changes in the condition of their skin within a couple of weeks and always very noticeable changes well within two to three months after starting Rosacea Ltd III. If you would like, send us a facial photo with your order by e-mail or US Mail. More important, take a photo now of yourself so you can compare your rosacea skin in 2-3 months by taking an "after Rosacea Ltd III" photo. We believe you will be quite pleased at the difference. Rosacea Ltd III is our third generation of the Rosacea Ltd product line, with the light tan application used during the day and the yellow/white application used at night (both versions are included in each order).
The ingredients of Rosacea Ltd III are: zinc oxide, magnesium stearate, sodium chloride, iron oxide, copper oxide, polyethylene glycol, and sulfur (sulfur is used externally only and not to be confused with sulfa which is taken internally only). These ingredients are compressed under 22,000 pounds of pressure per square inch into a very concentrated smooth solid disk which will dissolve off the proper amount when glided over a wetted skin. These disks are processed in such a way that ROSACEA LTD III is virtually free of any irritant vehicle carriers. Typically, pharmaceutically acceptable vehicle carriers such as ethanol, glycerol, sterile alcohol, and glycerylmonostearate are used to place active ingredients into solution or emulsion form for application. However, in many cases, these vehicle carriers are irritants to people with rosacea-sensitive skin. No vehicle carriers are used in ROSACEA LTD III, since it is more than 99 percent undiluted active ingredients in and of itself. Furthermore, ROSACEA LTD III disks are free of any potentially irritating preservatives such as methylparaben, propylparaben, and Quaternium-15. Lastly, ROSACEA LTD III disks are free of any potentially irritating fragrances.

The Treatment Of Ocular Rosacea

Treatment of ocular rosacea requires a highly motivated patient. With regard to ocular rosacea, treatment usually consists of lid hygiene measures, such as daily cleansing with cotton-tipped applicators (Q-tips). This entails cleansing the bases of the lashes with a moistened Q-tip to remove debris and oily secretions. Some ophthalmologists advocate cleansing with diluted baby shampoo, while others believe that plain water is best. Often, an antibiotic or combination antibiotic-steroid ointment is prescribed for various periods of time, depending on response.
We also have found it beneficial to include in your diet three servings per week from the Omega-3 supplements. These essential fatty supplements aid in an overall balanced diet as well as easing the discomfort of ocular rosacea.
Antibiotics from the tetracycline family such as Doxycycline and Minocycline are often prescribed to bring symptoms of ocular rosacea under control. Studies of the use of Doxycycline by patients with ocular rosacea showed significant improvement with a variety of signs/symptoms including dryness, itching, blurred vision and photosensitivity, scales, erythema and telangiectasis (Quarterman 1997)
For dry eyes, some rosacea sufferers use Celluvisc Eye treatment drops found at drug stores or grocery stores. They are much thicker than the usual eye drops and can be used without taking out contact lenses. Because of the thickness of the eye drops, they may temporarily impair vision.
Those with ocular rosacea are frequently frustrated with their chronic eye condition. Most Rosacea-Ltd III customers notice a beautifying of the condition of their skin and an improvement in the appearance of their rosacea, seborrheic dermatitis, ocular rosacea, and adult acne.

Conditions Which Often Occur With Ocular Rosacea

The dry eye syndrome, which often accompanies ocular rosacea, can also be treated with non-preserved artificial tears, as often as 4 times a day or more. Another ocular treatment is a home humidifier which may also add valuable moisture to the air. If these treatments for the symptoms of ocular rosacea are not sufficient, more drastic treatments may be needed. One such ocular treatment involves closure of the tear drainage ducts which is accomplished with silicone plugs, which are reversible, or punctal cautery (a burning of the tear duct openings), which is a relatively permanent ocular treatment.
Blepharitis is a common inflammatory ocular condition that affects the eyelids. It usually causes burning, itching and irritation of the lids. Other common symptoms include sandy, itchy eyes, red and/or swollen eyelids, crusty, flaky skin on the eyelids, and dandruff. In severe cases, this ocular condition may also cause sties, irritation and inflammation of the cornea (keratitis) and conjunctiva (conjunctivitis). Some patients have no ocular symptoms at all. Blepharitis, usually a chronic problem, can be controlled with extra attention to lid hygiene. However, it may also be caused by an infection which would require treatment with a prescription medication.
The key to controlling blepharitis is to keep the eyelids and eyelashes clean. Home treatment should begin by soaking a clean washcloth in hot tap water. Place the compress on closed eyelids for five minutes, and then repeat. Next, gently scrub the eyelids with a washcloth or cotton swab soaked in a mixture of equal parts of baby shampoo and water. Afterward, rinse the lids thoroughly with warm water.
This treatment may need to be repeated two to three times daily for two weeks, and then reduced to once daily. Like dandruff, there is no cure for blepharitis; but with treatment, it can be controlled. Anti-inflammatory and antibiotic treatment drops or ointments may be necessary for flare-ups or more severe cases. Remember to remove all mascara before going to bed.
Red, painful eyes may be the result of conditions known as episcleritis and scleritis. Both conditions involve inflamed blood vessels in the eye.
Keratitis is one of the more serious conditions which may occur in relation to ocular rosacea. Keratitis is a term used to cover a range of ocular conditions where there is infection or inflammation of the cornea. This condition may result in severe eye pain, blurry vision and sensitivity to light. Medical evaluation and treatment of keratitis is absolutely essential. Minor corneal infections are commonly treated with anti-bacterial or anti-fungal eye drops. If the problem is more severe, a person may receive more intensive antibiotic treatment to eliminate the infection and may even require steroid eye drops to reduce inflammation.
Iritis is an inflammation of the iris, a part of the eye. Symptoms include eye pain, sensitivity to light, and/or blurry vision. The symptoms of this may resemble conjunctivitis.
Sties can also occur in ocular rosacea. The best treatment for a stye is a warm compress. Apply a warm, moist washcloth to your lids for 5 minutes, four times a day. Following this treatment, within a few days the infection will either die down or come to a head and drain.
Chalazia, or bumps on eyelids, may also be a problem. Hot packs are the best treatment for these infections. However, if the bump fails to go away in a month it may be necessary to drain it. This treatment is done in your Ophthalmologist's office.

Ocular Rosacea

Ocular Rosacea is an inflammatory eye condition often associated with acne rosacea. Ocular rosacea can cause a persistent burning or gritty feeling in the eyes. For others, ocular rosacea manifests itself as inflamed and swollen eyelids with small inflamed bumps, eyelashes that may fall out, compounded by bloodshot eyes (Dr. Thiboutot). The ophthalmic signs of ocular rosacea can vary widely, including blepharitis, conjunctivitis, iritis, iridocyclitis, hypopyoniritis, and even keratitis. (These conditions will be described in detail below.) The term ophthalmic or ocular rosacea covers all these signs. The most frequent signs, which may never progress to a more severe condition, are chronically inflamed margins of the eyelids with scales and crusts, quite similar to seborrheic dermatitis, with which ocular rosacea is often confused. Pain and photophobia (abnormal sensitivity to light) may be present. The ocular complications are independent of the severity of facial rosacea (Drs. Gerd Plewig & Albert M. Kligman).
It is reported that 50 to 60% of all rosacea sufferers also have some sort of symptoms with their eyes which is known as ocular rosacea. In one study (Starr, McDonald 1969) it was found that ocular rosacea symptoms occurred in 58% of patients.
Sometimes (perhaps 20% of the time) ocular rosacea problems occur prior to the typical skin related rosacea symptoms though it is more usual (about 53% of the time) for the skin symptoms to appear first. (Borrie, 1953).
Ocular rosacea patients generally have chronically "bloodshot" eyes, dry eyes, and blepharitis (inflammation and debris of the eyelid margins). In severe ocular rosacea, there may be corneal ulceration (infection) which, if untreated, may even lead to perforation of the eye. This can be a potentially blinding complication.
People with rosacea have a tendency to be overall more dehydrated than others. The body is approximately 65% water while the eye is 96% water. Increasing your water intake will increase the moisture in the eye (thereby decreasing irritation and dryness). It has been found that increasing the amount of water consumed daily can ease the symptoms of ocular rosacea for many.

My Rosacea Story

A few months ago I didn't know I had rosacea. I thought it was all stress and alcohol related and there was nothing I could do other than chill-out big-time or jump on the wagon! I started TM which, by the way, is fantastic, but becoming tea-total wasn't appealing considering the pub-culture here in England.
I then searched the net and came to the conclusion I probably had rosacea. I ordered the discs and what fantastic results!! Markedly less burning and redness which has had incredible psychological benefits.
Now I realise the massive psychological effect it had on my life. It really did affect me and made me very obsessed with my facial appearance and the burning. This essentially made me shy, introspective and unhappy.
Now the concern has lessened considerably and I'm beginning to start living which is a tremendously liberating feeling.
Try this product, you've nothing to lose.

Thanks to B&B

~Steve