If you have ocular rosacea, you will know all too well how infuriating and upsetting a condition it can be to live with. I’ve written a few versions of this blog post over the years, but I wanted to keep it as up to date as possible so I asked Mr Alex Day, Consultant Ophthalmologist, to help me. Whether you’re newly diagnosed with ocular rosacea or are a long-time sufferer, hopefully this post will offer some help.
[Updated April ’24]
I’ve had issues with my eyes for as long as I can remember: they are incredibly sensitive to light and wind, are always bloodshot, have a permanent gritty sensation, they water constantly and often get blurry. It’s just as annoying as it sounds! When I was finally diagnosed with ocular rosacea it was such a relief to give it a name. Ocular rosacea isn’t very well known but it is a dermatologic condition that affects the eye area and – unsurprisingly – is common among those of us who have rosacea. In this post I’ve put together my tips for dealing with tired and irritated eyes, as well as chatting about my brand spanking new glasses.
*Sponsored post with Specsavers.
