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ADVANCED ROSACEA CARE

Phymatous Rosacea: Rhinophyma, Metophyma, Otophyma and Other Phymas

DOCTOR-LED ROSACEA & CO2 LASER CARE

Phymatous rosacea causes progressive thickening of the skin due to enlargement of sebaceous glands and connective tissue.

It can affect different areas of the face and ears.

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Doctor-Led Care

Rhinophyma is assessed as part of the wider rosacea picture.

Advanced Technology

CO2 laser, vascular laser and other advanced devices

Tailored Treatment

Treatment is tailored to the anatomical site, severity and goals

Safety Focused

Assessment of suspicious lesions and careful technique to minimise complications

Ongoing Management

Long term rosacea control and follow up to support results and reduce recurrence

Types of Phymatous Rosacea

Different anatomical sites can be affected. Assessment determines the most appropriate treatment for your condition.

Rhinophyma (Nose)

Progressive thickening of the skin on the nose causing enlarged pores, irregular surface and bulbous changes

Metophyma (Forehead)

Thickening and irregularity of the forehead skin with nodular or plaque-like changes

Otophyma (ears)

Enlargement and thickening of the ear due to sebacceous gland overgrowth and fibrosis

Gnatophyma (chin)

Thickened bumpy changes affecting the chin and jawline. Less common than rhinophyma

Blepharophyma (Eyelids)

Thickening of the eyelid skin, leading to swelling. bagging irregular surface

Treatment Options

Treatment is tailored to the type of phyma, severity and individual goals.

CO2 Laser Debulking

• Precision removal of excess thickened tissue • Contouring to restore natural shape • Helps improve texture and irregularity

Vascular Laser

• Treats background redness and visible blood vessels • Complements phyma treatment • Improves overall skin appearance

Medical Management

• Reduces Inflammation and flares • Addresses the active component of rosacea • Supports long term control

Skincare & Maintenance

• Supportive skin care • Barrier repair and hydration • Ongoing maintenance to reduce recurrence

Why choose
Parkwood Skin Clinic

√Experienced doctors with a focus on rosacea and complex skin conditions

√Advanced CO, laser and vascular laser technology

√Comprehensive assessment and individualised treatment

√Long term management and follow up care

√Located on the Gold Coast

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