Serap Maden, Near East University Faculty of Medicine, Cyprus

Serap Maden

Near East University Faculty of Medicine, Cyprus

Presentation Title:

A recent approach to the etiology, pathogenesis, clinical spectrum, and therapeutic management of Rosacea

Abstract

Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that manifests as erythema, telangiectasia, papules, and pustules on the face. It primarily affects the cheeks, nose, chin, and forehead, causing flushing or transient erythema, persistent erythema, phymatous changes, papules, pustules, and telangiectasias. It can also manifest as ocular involvement. Rosacea affects women more frequently than men and can develop at any age. It has been observed to occur in individuals across a wide spectrum of skin types, including those classified as Fitzpatrick skin types 5 and 6. The physical changes associated with rosacea can result in social discomfort, potentially impacting the patient’s quality of life and self-perception. The etiology of rosacea is multifactorial, involving several potential triggers and the interaction of multiple pathophysiologic pathways, contributing to the clinical manifestations of this condition. Treatment aims to effectively address the symptoms manifesting in patients and to prevent disease progression. There are numerous treatment modalities available, which can be combined to address the various factors contributing to the condition. Treatment options include lifestyle modifications, topical agents, systemic medications, and light-based therapy. Maintaining the integrity of the skin barrier is imperative to ensure optimal treatment outcomes. The ideal approach entails meticulously customizing treatment regimens to align with the unique characteristics and preferences of each individual.

Biography

Serap Maden graduated from Gazi University Faculty of Medicine at the age of 24 in Türkiye. She then pursued a four-year physician assistant in dermatology specialization at Dokuz Eylul University School of Medicine's Dermatology and Venereology Department in Türkiye, where she became a board-certified dermatologist at the age of 29. She is a board-certified dermatologist with nine years of experience. She has been working as an attending physician at Near East University Hospital’s Dermatology and Venereology Department and a lecturer at Near East University's Faculty of Medicine in Cyprus for nine years. While she continues to develop her academic career, she also serves patients with dermatological disorders and provides consultations for cosmetic procedures.