Can strawberry nose be treated with laser therapy?
Disease description:
I've been troubled by my nose lately. My nasal tip and alar areas are covered with blackheads and enlarged pores, making it look like a little strawberry. I've tried various cleansing masks and exfoliating products, but the results have not been significant. I have heard that laser treatment can improve strawberry nose, but I'm worried it might cause skin damage. Therefore, I would like to learn whether strawberry nose can be treated with laser therapy.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Chen Lu
Strawberry nose can generally be treated with laser therapy.
Strawberry nose, also known as rosacea, is a common facial skin condition primarily characterized by enlarged pores on the nose filled with sebum and dirt, forming small blackheads resembling the surface of a strawberry. Laser treatments are widely used in dermatology, with various types of lasers available for different skin concerns, such as pulsed dye laser, intense pulsed light, and non-ablative lasers.
For strawberry nose, laser therapy utilizes photothermal effects to precisely target the nasal skin, penetrating deep into the pores to destroy sebaceous gland tissue within the hair follicles, thereby reducing sebum production and improving pore blockage. Additionally, the laser stimulates collagen proliferation and regeneration, tightening the skin around the pores, minimizing their appearance, and resulting in smoother, finer nasal skin.
After treatment, it is important to protect the skin from sunlight, avoid direct sun exposure, use gentle and non-irritating skincare products, maintain skin cleanliness, and avoid rubbing or squeezing the treated area. Furthermore, maintaining healthy dietary habits and consuming foods rich in vitamins C and E can aid in skin recovery.
