Rosacea is a disorder of the blood vessels. It is a common skin disorder. Approximately 48 percent of the world population suffers from Rosacea. However, Rosacea is one of the most misunderstood states of the skin.

Rosacea is an unfortunately a very common chronic skin problem especially for people over 30. Some people begin to see signs of rosacea around age 25 with flushing and redness of the face.

Rosacea is basically different than acne. Rosacea strikes both sexes. The immune system also has been implicated as playing a role in rosacea’s development.

Types of Rosacea:

Ocular rosacea - Ocular rosacea causes dry eye, tearing and burning.

Phymatous rosacea - Causes the sufferes skin to thicken, and can result in rhinopyma.

Papulopustular rosacea - Known as acne rosacea, and can be determined by the constant redness with transient bumps and pimples.

Erythematotelangiectatic rosacea - Probably the most popular type. It is characterized by flushing and persistent redness.

The cause of rosacea is not quite clear although it is believed to be related to the digestive system and bacteria that produces specific hormones that promote facial flushing. There are certain medications that can also trigger an outbreak of rosacea, mostly Vasodilators which enlarge the blood vessels.

Since rosacea mainly affects the areas in the face that blush, emotional factors (stress, anxiety, embarrassment etc.), food items (alcohol, coffee, foods high in histamine, spicy foods etc.) and weather (summer heat and harsh winter weather) all aggravate rosacea.

Rosacea also can affect the eyes, creating redness, itching, burning, dryness, sensitivity to light and a feeling like there is sand in your eyes. About half of all people with rosacea suffer with ocular rosacea as well. Ocular rosacea requires medical attention in order to protect your vision.

Sun exposure, Humidity, Indoor heat, Certain skin-care products, Heated beverages, Certain cosmetics, Cold weather, Medications, Emotional stress, Hot weather, Wind, Heavy exercise, Alcohol consumption, Hot baths.

The above is not an exhaustive list but outlines some of the more common triggers for Rosacea.

Rosacea and demodex mites have revealed that some people with rosacea have increased numbers of the mite, especially those with steroid induced rosacea. Helicobacter pylori, which causes intestinal infection of rosacea.

Symptoms of Rosacea:

red areas on your face, particularly your cheeks, nose, chin, and forehead
tiny, visible blood vessels around your nose
blemishes (which may flare)
watery eyes
dry, red eyes
itchy eyes
thicker skin on parts of your face, such as the forehead

In some cases, it may only take a few weeks to see a pattern start to emerge. However, others may need a month or two, so don’t get discouraged. Your rosacea triggers will present themselves in the form of certain repeated activities or environmental conditions just prior to, or concurrent with, your rosacea flare-ups.

The condition is not curable, but it can be regulated with treatment. People who suffer from adult acne rosacea should not use over the counter acne treatments. These can irritate the skin and actually make rosacea worse. If you are suffering from adult acne rosacea, head to your doctor. You will be given both oral and topical medications for your condition.

Many new therapies have recently been recommended for treatment of rosacea. Azelaic acid is a somewhat new rosacea treatment product that can also be used to treat mild acne as well.

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