Abstract
Purpose: To report a case of ocular rosacea with corneal infiltrates and vascularisation. Here we report a case of a 34-year-old male presenting with ocular rosacea with corneal infiltrates and vascularisation in the left eye with posterior blepharitis of both eyes. The clinical diagnosis was based on the facial findings of erythematous papulomacular lesions and telangiectasia. The patient was treated with systemic doxycycline and for ocular lesions treated with antibiotic steroids and lubricants. Ocular rosacea, if not treated on time, can worsen to the stage of corneal infiltrates and vascularisation.
Highlights
Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory disorder mainly involving midline facial skin and neck, with onset in the age group of 30-50 years, with preponderance in females than males
Left untreated can lead to peripheral corneal vascularization, infiltrates, thinning and perforation [1]
Ocular Rosacea is a relatively common condition that is often underdiagnosed and untreated. This case report is presented to stress on the importance of early diagnosis and treatment especially when cornea gets involved as it may lead to blindness if not treated in time
Summary
Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory disorder mainly involving midline facial skin and neck, with onset in the age group of 30-50 years, with preponderance in females than males. A case report of oculofacial rosacea complicating to corneal infiltrates and vascularisation. Chanekar S. et al: A case report of oculofacial rosacea complicating Skin involvement varies from flushing, erythema, telangiectasia, papules, and pustules to phymatous changes.
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