Rosacea

ICD-10 Code L71

Rosacea

Definition

A chronic erythematous skin disorder that affects the face. It is characterized by the development of redness in the cheeks, nose, and/or forehead and telangiectasia. Sometimes, the erythematous changes may involve the eyelids.

Also known as acne rosacea — per MONDO

Also identified as

Affected Organs

Organ Involvement Source
Integumental system Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Skin of body Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0

Drugs indicated

Drug Relation Source
Benzoyl Peroxide may treat MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work)
Loteprednol Etabonate may treat MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work)
Metronidazole may treat MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work)