User:Mr. Ibrahem/Rhinophyma

Rhinophyma is a condition that results in an enlarged and bulbous nose. The skin can be red, have visible blood vessels, or prominent pores. It can result in psychological stress and trouble breathing through the nose. Other areas including chin, ears, eyelids, and forehead may be similarly affected.

The cause is not clear. Usually it occurs as a complication of rosacea, though may occur following acne. It has mistakenly been link with alcoholism. The underlying mechanism involves increased growth of sebaceous glands and connective tissue. Diagnosis is based on examination.

Treatment may include creams such as metronidazole or azelaic acid; or tetracycline antibiotics or isotretinoin by mouth. A number of procedures such as cryotherapy, dermabrasion, and laser therapy may be used. These procedures result in at least short term benefit. Basal cell cancer can occur within a rhinophyma.

One study found about 0.1% of people are affected. The condition is most common in white males over the age of 50. It is uncommon in Asians and Africans. The condition has been described since the 1400. Other terms for the condition include "whiskey nose", "gin blossom", and "potato nose". The condition is frequently associated with stigma.