rosacea

Chronic cheek redness

Rosacea is a chronic skin condition causing redness, visible blood vessels, and sometimes small bumps on the face, particularly the cheeks, nose, and forehead.

It typically affects fair-skinned adults and can flare up from triggers like alcohol, sun exposure, or stress: Her rosacea gets worse in winter.

symptoms

flushing

Washing by water surge

burning · stinging · dryness · swelling · warmth · irritation · tenderness · itchiness · soreness · edema

treatment

metronidazole

Antiparasitic and antibacterial medication

doxycycline · topical antibiotics · sulfur · niacinamide · gentle cleanser · moisturizer · sunscreen · LED therapy · electrosurgery · dermabrasion

chronic

persistent

Continuing despite difficulty

remission · ongoing · long-term · management · incurable · cyclical · progressive · waxing and waning

triggers

sun exposure

Light from sky reaching skin

heat · wind · cold · exercise · humidity · skincare products · histamines · caffeine · dairy · hot baths

pathology

vasodilation

Relaxation of vessel walls

photosensitivity · cytokines · angiogenesis

skincare

gentle

Soft and kind

soothing · calming · mineral sunscreen · zinc oxide · ceramides · aloe vera · chamomile · licorice root

subtypes

ocular

Of the organ of sight

Categories
Opposites
skin health status

rosaceaclear skin

Blemish-free facial surface

remission · acne · sunburn · eczema · psoriasis

skin complexion quality

rosaceapallor

Unhealthy facial whiteness

paleness · pale complexion · porcelain skin · wan · bloodless

Family

rose, rosette, rosary, rosebush, rosebud, roseate, rosewood, rosewater, rosehip

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Negative · Rated G