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I have a theory about the connections between SIBO and Rosacea. Also a related theory about which treatment for SIBO works well for one person but...

I had swelling start after a series of laser treatments too :( I have flushing as well though- do you? Staying as upright as possible helps with...

Thanks! Yeah the swelling has gone done. It was getting really puffy on my cheekbones and around my eyes. My eyes actually look bigger now and my...

Thanks so much for updating us on your results. Even though the flushing isn't improved for you, I'm really intrigued that your swelling went down...

Just a quick update. I've been taking accutane for a few months now. I'm still taking 5mg twice a week. It's working great for my skin texture,...

this is where i got mine https://www.unitedpharmacies-uk.md/search.html?search_text=Rcifax+400+%28Rifaximin%29+-+400mg+%2810+Tablets%29

Thanks, that's really interesting that it's helping normalise parts of your skin. Unfortunately some of the flushing has crept back for me, I...

I too tested positive for SIBO, however, speaking to my functional doctor, due to the nature of the curve in my test, he said that he doesn't think...

I recently tested positive with a private hydrogen test for sibo. Told nhs dont treat sibo after i went to my gp. The place i went to get my test...

The derm didn't mention either of those, although did say that lasers weren't the way to go for me. I'll look into it. Thanks -apppreciatedsmile:

I prefer water-resistant, but not the cheapest

probably from maybelin, it is convenient when you paint false eyelashes with mascara

It?s dam antibiotics that gave me sibo in th3 first place. The NHS are in the dark ages they cause more illnesses than they help. Guess I?m on my own...

i was told by my gastro doc about 2 years ago that the NHS couldn't prescribe rifaxamin or neomycin for sibo , they would only give you something...

I think Accutane is often used for rhinophyma, but I'm not positive about that. Has your derm brought that up? I know CO2 lasers are used for any...

Hello! I know this is an old post but did the swelling ever go away? If so, how long did it take? I'm dealing with something similar...just over...

And now, after about 8 months of using no cleanser on my face, my rosacea is very much improved. It will probably take several weeks of using no...

Hi MetcaAllfe - yes, a lot of rosaceans report alcohol as a trigger for flushing and/or a worsening of their condition. What alcohol were you...

After drinking some alcohol, my face became red and I had some hot flushes. The burning sensation on my face was bad. Of course, the worst was the...

Very happy about your progress. Keep it up! You're a good example to follow.

I do agree that everyone should stop using soap on their face! There are so many good products for face washing, like foams for example.

Thanks for the tip! I guess I should try switching my diet, maybe it'll help to minimize the rosacea.

I'm using the CeraVE AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion with Sunscreen, it has 30 SPF. It's not shiny like their Hydrating Sunscreen SPF 50 Face Lotion....