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This paper sounds potentially interesting, although I'll reserver my judgement until I see what they are calling "new".

I have asked the author for a full copy of the paper. Stay tuned.

Updates on the pathophysiology and management of acne rosacea.

Elsaie ML, Choudhary S.

Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami, Miami, FL, 33136, USA. egydoc77@yahoo.com.

There are many options for the treatment of acne rosacea, including topical and systemic therapies, laser and light-based therapies, and surgical procedures. A classification system for rosacea identifies 4 subtypes (ie, erythematotelangiectatic, papulopustular, phymatous, and ocular), which may help guide therapeutic decision making. Until recently, the pathophysiology of acne rosacea has been poorly understood and limited to descriptions of factors that exacerbate or improve this disorder. Recent...

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Daily Mail Online, HEALTH
By LOWRI TURNER
Last updated at 1:34 AM on 05th October 2009

After my second child was born, I developed rosacea - a reddening of the skin over and around the nose and across the cheeks. I bought expensive cream, tried foundations and concealers. Nothing worked. But the dominant theory on rosacea is that it is linked to intestinal permeability.

The right nutritional supplements, combined with avoiding triggers (spicy foods, caffeinated drinks, citrus fruits and usually alcohol), have done what no cream ever could. Today, I can go out without foundation.

LOWRI TURNER: I used to make over people's homes... now I'm doing the same for their health

Some good looking nutritional advice in this column, but not too sure about her rosacea advice.

so Galderma appears to be now designating Sansrosa as CD07805/47.

Dose-Finding Study of CD07805/47 Topical Gel in Subjects With Erythematotelangiectatic Rosacea

The clinical trials site is listing a dose finding trial for a topical gel that treats the redness of rosacea.

Even though the site doesn't mention COL-118 or Sansrosa by name it is clear that this is the final stages of the approval process for Sansrosa.

The aim of the trial is find the dosages that will be released to the public. Based on the efficacy of 3 strenghts, vs. just the vehicle gel Galderma will make a final application to gain approval for Sansrosa (or whatever they end up calling it).

I would imagine that sansrosa is a very tempting name as it is cute and smart and would be perfect for their branding.

Read more about Sansrosa, my extensive ongoing...

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UPDATE: I've put together a FAQ about the raw honey & virgin coconut oil treatment. Here's the link: http://www.rosaceagroup.org/The_Rosacea ... post241862

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Seb derm is a chronic condition. Topical antifungals (shampoos, creams, cleansers) kill the fungus that causes seb derm but, unfortunately, the fungus develops a resistance after a while. Oral antifungals (e.g., Lamisil) not always help and they tend to be very heavy on the liver, btw. Antibiotics do not help, either - actually, they can make things much worse.

Please do not use steroid creams on your face, they will cause more problems in the long run.

Also, hot water aggravates seb derm. Use room temperature...

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ROSACEA SUBTYPE & SEVERITY: I Erythematotelangiectatic, mild. In my early twenties, a family friend (cosmetologist), looked at my skin and said "I think you have mild rosacea." Emotions and exercise have always caused flushing which, in my 20s and 30s, would quickly subside, in a matter of minutes, really. During the past decade my complexion became ruddier and the flushing would take much longer to subside. Now, in my early 50s, hormonal changes seem to be affecting my skin.

MAIN SYMPTOMS & AREAS AFFECTED: diffuse pinkness, mainly on cheeks and chin, flushing (plus an episode of ocular rosacea back in April, though not sure - the ophthalmologist diagnosed dry eye; however, the ocular symptoms resolved within days with no medication).

SKIN TYPE: used to be quite oily in the T-zone. However, for a couple of years now, the oiliness has almost completely disappeared.

CO-EXISTING CONDITIONS: sporadic bouts of seb derm on scalp/face with minimal peeling on face; an episode...

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