Some people have heard of it, others don't know the term at all. We are talking about couperose. Today we want to answer the most important questions about this chronic skin condition and present treatment options.

1 What is couperose?

As mentioned above, couperose is a chronic skin condition that mainly occurs on the face and décolleté. It manifests itself with visibly dilated veins that appear as red patches. The skin in the affected area is also dry and sensitive.

2 How does couperose develop?

Couperose - also known as copper rose - is genetically determined. However, there are also external influences that promote the development of couperose. These include environmental influences such as heat and cold, sun or wind or even spicy food. Air pollution is also thought to cause couperose. This also applies to fragrances in detergents and other substances that irritate the skin.

3. what are the symptoms?

Couperose manifests itself with itching, burning or sudden reddening of the skin. The redness is caused by dilated veins. The skin also feels dry and tight and is particularly sensitive.

4 What is the difference between couperose and rosacea?

The skin of people with rosacea reacts in a similar way to the same influences as that of couperose patients. However, in addition to the symptoms mentioned above, rosacea is later accompanied by inflamed and purulent pustules. These do not occur with couperose.

5 Can couperose be treated?

Yes, there are now effective treatment options for couperose. At OmniMed in Eisenstadt, we use a vascular laser for this purpose. Our IDAS laser system works with green light, which is absorbed by the red blood cells. The heating causes the vessel walls to collapse and become permanently closed. This allows the problematic vessels to be treated effectively and in a targeted manner.

6 How much does a laser treatment against couperose cost?

Treatment of both sides of the face for couperose costs €200-250 per session at OmniMed. The number of sessions depends on the severity of the lesions. A few treatment sessions are often sufficient for mild couperose.

Use our online appointment bookingto make an appointment for treatment with the KTP laser (vascular laser) at OmniMed in Eisenstadt. You are also welcome to call the practice directly to make an appointment: +43 676 4777829 (Mon-Fri from 8h-18h).