Skin cancer is not the only danger from the sun’s rays

SUN exposure not only increases the risk for skin cancer, it may also trigger a rosacea flare-up.

If you've been dreaming about sitting in the sun sipping an ice cold slush or margarita, watch out for that sunburned, healthy glow. It might actually be the initial signs of rosacea, 4 telatively unknown skin condi- tion which affects as many as one in 20 Canadians.

Rosacea, often mistaken for adult acne, is a chronic and progressive -vascular disorder that usually appears after the age of 30. The condition begins as an intermittent red- ness on the checks, nose, chin or forehead, and with time, the redness becomes yvuddier and more permanent. If left untreated, bumps and pimples may develop and small dilated blood vessels may appear on the surface of the skin,

In some individuals, the eyes may also feel gritty and appear bloodshot. In the most advanced stages of the disease, particularly in men, the nose may become swollen, red and bumpy froin excess tissue — a condition known as rhinophy- ma that gave the late comedian WAC. Fields his trademark bul- bous nose.

Since people often experi-

ence the first symptoms of rosacea during the summer months, individuals with persis- cent facial redness should nor automatically assume it is from overexposure to the sun," said Dr. Neil Shear, a teading expert on rosacea and directur of clin- ical pharmacology at the University of Toronto and Sunnybrook Health Science Centre.

66 Rosacea, often mistaken for adult acne, is a chronic

and progressive vascular disorder

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appears after the age of 30. 99

Besides sun exposure, rosacea flare-ups can be trig- gered by temperature extremes,’ alcohol, certain drugs, spicy foods, vigorous exercise, hor baths, hot and cold beverages, certain vitamin deficiencies. and emotional

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What can you do to help prevent a flare-up?

Use a sunscreen with a min- imum SPF of 15, and wear a hat to shield the face trom the

sun. Outdoor exercise shoulds

be limited te the early morning or evening hours when temper- atures are cooler. Avoid windy conditions, and on hot days keep cool water and a cool damp towel close by to help lower body temperature and prevent the face from flushing.

If vou think you may have rosacea, consult your physician. Effective medical therapy is available. = The — Rosacea Awareness Program, funded through a grant by the pharma- ceutical company Galderma Canada, provides five informa- tion to individuals who believe they may suffer from rosacea, To receive information, write to the Rosacea Awareness Program at 430 Sainte-Helene, Suite 301, Montreal, Quebec H2Y 2K7 or call toll- free, I- 888-ROSACEA or 1-888- 767-2232.

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