Rosacea
Rosacea is a common skin condition that causes persistent redness, visible blood vessels, and small bumps, primarily appearing on the center of your face.
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Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that mainly affects your nose, cheeks, forehead, and chin. It causes the small blood vessels near the surface of your skin to widen, which leads to a flushed or sunburned appearance that does not go away on its own.
While we do not know the exact cause, it is likely a combination of your genes and how your immune system reacts to certain triggers. It is not caused by poor hygiene, and it is important to know that it is a very manageable condition that many people live with comfortably.
Common Symptoms
- Frequent blushing or flushing of the face.
- Visible tiny red lines under the skin, known as spider veins or telangiectasias.
- Small, red, pus-filled bumps that look like acne.
- A sensation of burning or stinging on the skin.
- Dry, rough, or scaly patches of skin.
- Red, irritated, or watery eyes.
- Swelling or thickening of the skin on the nose.