This refers to a skin condition that is common to light and fair skinned people of European descent and particularly women between the ages 30 to 60. Rosacea is characterized by a flushing as well as redness on the face particularly across the cheeks, nose, and the forehead. It can also appear on the neck as well as chest. In case it is left untreated, rosacea can manifest in the form of dilated blood vessels, rough or coarse skin, as well as inflammations that resemble acne. These symptoms can be accompanied by a burning or stinging sensation and can develop into a red, bulbous nose called rhinophyma, which can only be treated with the help of surgery.
Types of Rosacea
Rosacea
Phymatous rosacea is mostly associated with rhinophyma and is characterized by thickening, lumpy, enlarged as well as irregular skin. It can also develop on the chin, forehead, ears, as well as eyelids. Spider Veins too, commonly develop.
Erythematotelangiectatic rosacea is characterized by a permanent redness as well as flushness triggered by stress, alcohol, besides hot spices, temperature extremes, physical exertion, and similar other factors. Spider veins too, are apparent and the skin is typically dry with occasional itching as well as burning sensations.
Ocular rosacea, as the name implies, affects the skin around the eyes as well as the eyelids. Symptoms include red, dry, irritated skin accompanied by strange bodily sensations, itching as well as burning. Ocular rosacea manifests itself before or at the same time as other skin conditions.
Papulopustular rosacea is often confused with acne due to its red as well as pus-filled bumps, which are similar to pimples. Spider veins too may appear. Papulopustular rosacea typically affects middle-aged, light-skinned women.