Rosacea
Alternate Names : Acne rosacea
Definition
Rosacea is a chronic skin condition involving inflammation of the cheeks, nose, chin, forehead, or eyelids. It may appear as redness, prominent spider-like blood vessels, swelling, or skin eruptions similar to acne.
Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
Although the cause of rosacea is unknown, you are more likely to develop this harmless skin condition if: - You are fair-skinned
- You blush easily
- You are a woman (however, men with the condition are usually more severely affected)
- You are between the ages of 30 and 50
Rosacea involves swelling of the blood vessels just under the skin. It may be associated with other skin disorders (acne vulgaris, seborrhea) or eye disorders (blepharitis, keratitis).
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