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Treatment for rosacea generally requires a combination of medications, such as antibiotics and acne prescriptions, along with certain lifestyle changes. Laser treatment can also be used to remove visible blood vessels, decrease facial redness, and correct or improve nose disfigurement.
How is rosacea diagnosed?
While there is no test for Rosacea, it is diagnosed with a person’s medical history and physical exam. Your doctor may need to rule out other conditions, including acne, psoriasis, and certain types of eczema or lupus, which can occasionally cause similar symptoms.
What is rosacea?
Rosacea is a skin condition marked by facial redness, however, it can also affect the chest, ears, neck and scalp areas. When left untreated, hard, red bumps and pimples may develop. There are several theories for the cause of rosacea, including a generalized disorder of the blood vessels, microscopic skin mites, psychological factors, fungus or a connective tissue disorder.
Rosacea symptoms can differ significantly from one person to another, sometimes flaring up for weeks or months at a time. Principal signs and symptoms of rosacea include:
- Flushing
- Persistent central facial redness
- Visible blood vessels
- Swollen, red bumps and pimples
Secondary signs and symptoms of rosacea include:
- Eye irritation
- Burning sensation on the face
- Itchy or tight skin
- Dry skin
- Thick skin
- Enlarged nose
- Plaques (raised red patches)
