What is Rhinophyma? Here’s the explanation

One of the diseases that may happen to you is Rhinophyma, a skin disorder characterized by a large, red, wavy or round nose. Usually, this disease is experienced by people aged 50-70 years. Here’s the full list!

Rhinofima itself can occur due to severe untreated rosacea, a chronic inflammatory skin condition that causes facial flushing of the nose and cheeks.

The damage that occurs is usually permanent. But if treated immediately, it can be cured. If not treated immediately, the ends of the nose will get bigger and blockage will occur.

The following symptoms will be felt when you are attacked by rhinophyma:

• The gradual change in appearance to a swollen, round shape
• Many oil glands are visible
• Enlarged skin pores
• Reddish skin colour
• Thickened skin
• The surface of the nose is oily, rough, yellowish.

In severe cases, the disease can only be cured by surgery. Therefore, recognize the symptoms immediately and visit a doctor to find out more about what you are feeling.

Then, how to prevent it?

How to prevent this disease is to avoid the factors that trigger the occurrence of worsening of rosacea. Here are the trigger factors:

• consuming hot food and drinks
• alcohol and caffeine consumption
• exposure to very hot or very cold temperatures
• emotional stress and anxiety
• strenuous exercise