RED
Turn red onto green
Inside RED I treat various forms of redness and visible blood vessels, such as rosacea, couperose, and minor vascular abnormalities. Depending on your skin and symptoms, IPL, vascular laser, skincare, camouflage, or, for venous complaints, compression therapy may be part of the approach.
Not all redness has the same cause. Therefore, I first assess the condition of your skin, the sensitivity of your skin, and which treatment is appropriate.
Rosacea and skin that turns red or is sensitive easily
Rosacea can manifest as persistent redness, easy blushing, visible blood vessels, a burning or warm sensation, and sometimes minor inflammation. Not everyone with rosacea has the same symptoms.
Therefore, I look not only at the visible redness, but also at the sensitivity and condition of your skin, your skin barrier, any inflammation, and the products you use.
When redness and superficial blood vessels are particularly prominent, IPL can be used with the Lumenis M22 be part of the treatment. In the case of sensitive or troubled skin, it is better to first work on skincare and restoring the skin barrier.
Rosacea and other visible blood vessels
Small red, blue, or purple blood vessels can appear in various places on the face and body. Think of rosacea, telangiectasia, spider nevi, cherry angiomas, venous lakes and fine veins on the legs.
Also at poikiloderma of Civatte Visible blood vessels can be part of the skin appearance. In this case, blood vessels and pigment changes usually occur side by side on the sides of the neck.
Which treatment is suitable depends on the type of vessel, its color, size, depth, and location on the body. Depending on these factors, IPL or a vascular laser may be used. Not every vascular abnormality is suitable for treatment at Medicadermis; I will indicate when other medical or specialist care is more appropriate.
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Red eyelids and dry eyes
Redness and rosacea are not always limited to the skin. The eyelids and eyes can also be affected. Symptoms can include dry or burning eyes, a gritty feeling, irritated eyelid margins, tired eyes, or noticeably watery eyes.
This can also include the Maypole glands play a role. These small glands in the eyelids produce an oily component of the tear film. When they do not function properly, the tear film can evaporate more quickly.
At Medicademis, I examine the skin and factors surrounding the eyelids that may play a role in these complaints. Eye complaints requiring medical or ophthalmological assessment should be seen by a doctor or eye care professional.
Small leg veins, varicose veins and venous complaints
Small superficial veins on the legs are different from larger varicose veins. Problems with venous circulation can also play a role in varicose veins.
Bee chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) Blood is returned from the legs less efficiently. In addition to visible veins, this can lead to swelling, a heavy or tired feeling, and pain, for example.
Light and laser therapy do not treat the underlying venous insufficiency. In the presence of edema or a medical indication, compression therapy, among other treatments, can be utilized within Medicadermis, and I collaborate with the general practitioner or other healthcare providers where necessary.
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