rhinophyma

Introduction

Hypertrophy of the nose with follicular dilatation.

Etiology

rosacea

Epidemiology

• more common in men than women Pathlogy:
• sebaceous gland hyperplasia
• fibrosis
• increased vascularity

Clinical manifestations

• irregular nodular growth & deformity of the nose
• affects the tip of the nose
• the sides & top of the nose can also be involved

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Management

• CO2 laser surgery
• dermabrasion
• electrosurgery

More general terms

• phyma

Additional terms

• rosacea