Saturday, December 12, 2009

I think i have Rosacea. What is it, What is it caused by? Treatment?

I think i may have this. My cheeks get red. But if i get nervous or get upset or embarressed it get worse. My cheeks will actually get hot to the touch to the point im putting ice cubes on them. Of course it dont work. It goes away after a hour or two. Depending how much i focus on it. But i alway have red cheeks. Sometimes 1 cheek will stay pink while the other turns red. Just wondering some facts on this. People think im blushing and such or wearing make up and im not.I think i have Rosacea. What is it, What is it caused by? Treatment?
Victoria !


Rosacea affects millions of people, most of whom are over the age of 30. It appears as a red rash which is normally confined to the cheeks, nose, forehead and chin. The redness is often accompanied by bumps, pimples, and skin blemishes. Blood vessels may also become more visible on the skin. Blackheads are not a part of rosacea. It is more prevalent in women, but often more severe when found in men. Left untreated, it can cause swelling of the nose and the growth of excess tissue, a condition called rhinophyma. Treatment is often different for rosacea than for acne, and it is important that you consult a doctor can determine if what you are experiencing is acne vulgaris or rosacea.I think i have Rosacea. What is it, What is it caused by? Treatment?
Rosacea often flares when something causes the blood vessels in the face to expand, which causes redness. Things that cause a flare-up are called triggers. Common triggers are exercise, sun and wind exposure, hot weather, stress, spicy foods, alcohol, and hot baths. Swings in temperature from hot to cold or cold to hot can also cause a flare-up of rosacea.

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