Rosacea is a common long-term skin condition that causes redness on the nose, chin, cheeks and forehead.
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Rosacea is a common inflammatory skin condition that causes redness, also called blushing, across the face. Flare-ups can last a few weeks or months, or the redness may become more permanent over time and small blood vessels may be visible. If left untreated small spot-like bumps can appear on the skin.
Rosacea can affect anyone of any age but is most common in people over the age of 30. Although women are more frequently diagnosed with the condition, men are often affected more severely. Rosacea can affect people of any skin colour but is more noticeable in those with paler skin.
What causes rosacea isn’t fully understood, but the latest theories suggest it could be down to an overreactive immune system response caused by microbes or microscopic skin mites. Rosacea may also be hereditary.
A number of factors can trigger a rosacea flare-up:
Symptoms of rosacea can differ greatly from person to person, and also depend on the severity of the condition. Symptoms associated with rosacea include:
A rosacea diagnosis is made based on the history of symptoms and an examination of the skin. Tests can be done to exclude other skin conditions, but there is no specific test used to diagnose rosacea.
Doctor-led treatments such as prescription facial creams and gels or a course of antibiotics can help control symptoms of rosacea. There are things you can try at home that may help too:
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