rhinophyma
- noun
- /ˌraɪnəˈfaɪmə/
- Specialized
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rhinofima
- Rhinophyma, the characteristic swelling of the nose, is a more common manifestation of rosacea in men.
Examples
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Phymatous rosacea most often affects the nose (rhinophyma).
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Hyperplasia of the connective tissue and sebaceous glands commonly affects the nose (rhinophyma) but also presents on the chin, forehead, ears, or eyelids.
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When possible, avoid trigger factors. Be reassured that the condition can be successfully managed and that rhinophyma is very rare (particularly in women).
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Case reports of unusual presentations have described signs that resembled alopecia, rhinophyma, and rosacea.
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In low doses, it has been reported to be effective in the control of rosacea that was otherwise resistant to treatment and may help slow or halt the progression of rhinophyma.
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A severe case of rhinophyma can lead to thickened skin and visible blood vessels, making the nose appear enlarged.
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Many men develop rhinophyma due to untreated rosacea, resulting in a noticeable change in the shape of their noses.
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Symptoms of rhinophyma include a marked enlargement of the nose, which is often painful and may require medical treatment.
Synonyms
A skin problem that makes the nose thick, red, and swollen with small red lines
An enlarged red nose with visible blood vessels that often comes from heavy drinking
A large red round nose with small red lines from blood vessels
A red, swollen nose with small veins you can see after long heavy drinking
A red, swollen nose with small red veins, often linked to heavy drinking
A red, swollen nose with small broken veins, often from heavy drinking
A large red nose with visible small blood vessels often caused by heavy drinking
A nose that becomes large and red with visible veins from long heavy drinking
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Surface Forms
Morphology
rhinophyma = phyma (opaque) = rhino + phyma
Formed from Greek combining elements ('rhino-' + '-phyma') that are not standalone English words and yield a technical medical term unfamiliar to average learners.
Etymology
Rhinophyma comes from Greek parts rhino- meaning 'nose' and -phyma meaning 'a swelling' or 'growth'. So, rhinophyma literally means a 'nose growth', which explains why it names the condition of an enlarged, thickened nose.