Authors: Abram, Kristi; Silm, Helgi; Oona, Marje

Source: Acta Dermato-Venereologica, Volume 90, Number 3, May 2010 , pp. 269-273(5)

Publisher: Medical Journals Limited

Abstract:

Data about the prevalence of rosacea are scarce. The aim of this study was to evaluate the prevalence rate of rosacea according to the American National Rosacea Society Expert Committee (NRSEC) classification. A cross-sectional study of 348 subjects randomly selected from a working population ≥30 years of age was performed. All subjects completed a questionnaire. Skin status was examined according to NRSEC criteria. Of the 348 subjects, 78 (22%) had one or more primary features of rosacea. The most common features were erythema (21%) and telangiectasia (18%). Of the subjects with rosacea, 78% had erythematotelangiectatic rosacea and 22% had papulopustular rosacea. Fifteen percent of the study subjects had experienced frequent episodes of flushing without permanent features of rosacea. No significant gender-related differences were found between study groups. In conclusion, according to the NRSEC, rosacea is a more common skin condition over the age of 30 years than previously thought.

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Keywords: ROSACEA; PREVALENCE; CLASSIFICATION; AGE DISTRIBUTION; GENDER

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.2340/00015555-0856

Publication date: 2010-05-01

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• Acta Dermato-Venereologica is a bi-monthly international peer-reviewed journal for clinical and experimental research in the field of dermatology and venereology.
  
  It was founded in 1920 by Johan Almqvist and edited during 1936-1969 by Sven Hellerström. Since 1970, the journal has been published for the Society for the Publication of Acta Dermato-Venereologica on a non-profit basis.
  
  Acta Dermato-Venereologica publishes high-quality manuscripts in English dealing with new observations on basic dermatological and venereological research, as well as clinical investigations. Each volume also features a number of review articles in special areas, as well as short Letters to the Editor to stimulate debate and to disseminate important clinical observations. AActa Dermato-Venereologica has rapid publication times and is amply illustrated with a large number of colour photographs to enhance understanding.
  
  Acta Dermato-Venereologica covers inter alia:

  • ~ Atopic dermatitis and contact allergy
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  • ~ New treatments
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  Extensive papers, proceedings from congresses and symposia are printed as supplements to the journal. Announcements concerning pertinent dermatological meetings and books received are also published.
  Readership: Doctors and scientists interested in dermatology, skin biology and venereology.
  
  Acta Dermato-Venereologica has an impact factor of 3.007.
  
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