Korean J Dermatol.  1999 Mar;37(3):400-403.

A Case of Ocular Rosacea

Abstract

Ocular rosacea is the eye manifestations of rosacea, which involves the lids, conjunctiva, and cornea. A recent study revealed that all patients with cutaneous rosacea had some degree of ocular involvement which is often undiagnosed. It is difficult to make a diagnosis of ocular rosacea because it lacks clinical or pathological hallmarks. However, early diagnosis and treatment are emphasized to decrease morbidity and prevent potential blindness. We report a case of ocular rosacea in a 49 year-old man who showed blepharoconjunctivitis, keratitis, and cutaneous manifestations of persistent erythema, telangiectasia, and papules. The ocular symptoms and signs had improved significantly with tetracycline therapy.

Keyword

Ocular rosacea

MeSH Terms

Blindness
Conjunctiva
Cornea
Diagnosis
Early Diagnosis
Erythema
Eye Manifestations
Humans
Keratitis
Middle Aged
Rosacea*
Telangiectasis
Tetracycline
Tetracycline
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