More than a red face: Rosacea

by Debra Lutsky

Don’t let rosacea rule your life. Understand the signs and symptoms and learn more about your treatment options.

Rosacea is more than just a red face. This condition can cause many issues and affect your daily life, but your dermatologist can help. If you are experiencing signs or symptoms of rosacea, don’t wait. Contact your dermatologist.

Types of Rosacea

There are four subtypes of rosacea and it’s possible to have more than one type at a time but each one requires a different treatment. They are as follows.

Subtype 1

This involves facial redness, flushing, and visible blood vessels. Signs and symptoms include:

  • Visibly broken blood vessels (spider veins)
  • Swollen skin
  • The skin may be very sensitive, sting or burn
  • Flushing and redness in the center of the face
  • Dry, rough, or scaling skin
  • A tendency to flush/blush more easily than other people

Subtype 2

Acne rosacea is very common in middle-aged women and involves acne-like breakouts. Signs and symptoms include:

  • Acne-like breakouts, typically where the skin is very red
  • Raised patches of skin called plaques
  • Acne-like breakouts that come and go
  • Visibly broken blood vessels
  • Oily skin
  • Skin that is sensitive and may burn or sting

Subtype 3

This rare type of rosacea causes the skin to thicken become bumpy. Symptoms include:

  • Oily skin
  • Pores that look large
  • Bumpy texture to the skin
  • Visibly broken blood vessels
  • Skin begins to thicken (particularly common on the nose)
  • The skin may thicken on the forehead, chin, cheeks, and ears

Subtype 4

Ocular rosacea affects the eyes. The eyes may have one or more of the following symptoms:

  • Feel gritty
  • Eyes burn, itch or sting
  • Watery or bloodshot eyes
  • Cyst on the eyelid
  • Very dry eyes
  • Blurry vision
  • Sensitivity to light
  • Visibly broken blood vessels on an eyelid

Rosacea Treatment

Rosacea can have a significant impact on your life. Many studies show that in addition to health issues, it causes problems with work, marriage, and other social engagements. Don’t let rosacea affect your self-esteem. Book a virtual appointment with one of our dermatologists today to learn more about your treatment options.

Rosacea Dermatology Consultation Online

Make a virtual appointment today with one of our online dermatologists to discuss your concerns regarding and treatment for rosacea.

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