April is Rosacea Awareness Month

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The National Rosacea Society has declared April as Rosacea Awareness Month to alert the public to the warning signs of this chronic and often progressive facial disorder now estimated to affect more than 16 million Americans. In an effort to help spread awareness of this skin disorder, we will focus on the basic signs and symptoms of [...]

Redness and Flushing

Flushing

Chronic redness and flushing is most often an indication of Rosacea – an inflammatory skin condition that usually appears between ages 30 and 50 and affects more than 16 million Americans. Visible symptoms include redness or flushing that comes and goes on the cheeks, nose, chin and forehead – the condition may also look like [...]

Coping with Rosacea

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Managing the Triggers that Cause Rosacea Flare-ups We all want to look our best for special occasions, but for those who struggle with the signs and symptoms of Rosacea, that can be extra-challenging. If you suffer from Rosacea, here are some tips to help you look your best before and after any special event, an evening [...]

Rosacea Symptoms

Emotional side of Rosacea

The Emotional Side of Rosacea There is increasing evidence that one of the most significant side effects of Rosacea is the emotional toll it has on those who have the condition. In fact, emotional stress can cause a never-ending cycle of flare-ups that exacerbate the condition. Results from recent studies published by the National Rosacea [...]

Phases of Rosacea

  Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory skin condition affecting the face.  The skin appears abnormally red, or flushed.  Although Rosacea may develop at any age, it usually occurs in people after age 30 as a flushing or redness on the cheeks, nose, chin or forehead that may come and go, but it can begin as early [...]

Types of Rosacea

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Rosacea can vary from one individual to another.  Experts believe that Rosacea generally includes at least one of the following primary signs, with the possibility of a number of secondary signs. Primary signs of Rosacea include flushing, persistent redness, bumps and pimples, visible blood vessels. Secondary signs and symptoms include eye irritation; a burning or [...]

The Face of Rosacea

Rosacea

  What is Rosacea? Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory skin condition affecting the face, in which the skin appears abnormally red, or flushed.   It is estimated that Rosacea affects more than 16 million Americans.  Although Rosacea may develop at any age, it usually occurs in people after age 30 as a flushing or redness on [...]

 
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