Rosacea

Rosacea is an inflammatory skin condition often resulting in redness of the face. Its characteristics (red nose, flushed cheeks, and small, red, pus-filled bumps or pustules) may be mistaken for acne.

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Reviewed September 2008

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Title:   Interventions for rosacea
Publisher:   John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
Description:   Rosacea is a common skin condition causing flushing, redness, papules (red pimples) and pustules on the face. It often causes inflammation of the eyes and/or eyelids. It is not the same as acne. Treatments for rosacea include azelaic cream, several anti...
Date:   May 2005

Title:   Rosacea
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Rosacea is a type of skin inflammation that affects the face. Symptoms include a permanent flush and non-tender pustules. The cause is unknown. Treatment options include medications, surgery and avoidance of known triggers such as alcohol.
Date:   Apr 2008

Title:   Rosacea
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   A bright-red swollen nose is something most people associate with over consumption of alcohol, but it is more likely to be due to rosacea - a skin condition which develops in adulthood.
Date:   Jun 2006
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