Rosacea Management and Treatment Quiz

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What is the most effective medical management for the inflammatory papules and pustules in rosacea?

  • Metronidazole creams
  • Oral tetracyclines
  • Topical clindamycin
  • Ivermectin (correct)

When should oral tetracyclines be used in the treatment of rosacea?

  • As first-line therapy
  • After topical therapy proves inadequate (correct)
  • For maintenance therapy
  • In combination with metronidazole creams

Which topical treatment for rosacea typically shows a response within 4–8 weeks?

  • Metronidazole gels
  • Metronidazole lotions
  • Topical clindamycin
  • Ivermectin (correct)

Why is maintenance therapy required in rosacea management?

<p>Because rosacea is usually lifelong (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended systemic treatment for rosacea when topical therapy is inadequate?

<p>Oral tetracyclines (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for educating patients to avoid exacerbating factors in rosacea management?

<p>To reduce the occurrence of exacerbations (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an effective topical treatment for rosacea?

<p>Benzoyl peroxide (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is systemic treatment like oral tetracyclines recommended in rosacea management?

<p>To provide long-lasting control when topical therapy is insufficient (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical duration within which a response to topical clindamycin treatment for rosacea is noted?

<p>4-8 weeks (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is maintenance therapy required for rosacea as mentioned in the text?

<p>To ensure lifelong control of the condition (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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