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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.Alth... |
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Symptoms
Redness of the face in discrete areas or covering the entire face A tendency to flush or blush easily Increased vascu...
Causes
Although the cause of rosacea is unknown, you are more likely to develop this harmless skin condition if:.You are fai...
Tests
Your physician can usually diagnose rosacea with a thorough medical history and physical exam.
Treatments
There is no known cure for rosacea. The goal is to identify and avoid possible triggers, and thus reduce flare-ups.
Alternative Therapies
Applying ice to the face may feel good but it can cause frostbite, which would worsen the reddening.Some practitioner...
Prevention
Rosacea cannot be prevented, but once its is correctly diagnosed, outbreaks can be treated and repeated episodes can ...
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