What Should I Look For?

Rosacea manifest itself with various symptoms from person to person. In the majority of cases not all the symptoms are present however there are tell tale signs that will suggest if you are encountering Rosacea.

• Flushing. The initial symptom associated with rosaca. A tendency to flush or blush early during childhood can signify that rosacea may occur later in life.
• Facial Redness. Facial flushing after time leaves red markings similar to sunburn or blushing on the affected region.
• Bumps and Pimples Small red solid bumps or pus-filled pimples often develop. While these may resemble acne, blackheads are absent and burning or stinging may occur.
• Visible Blood Vessels In many people with rosacea, small blood vessels become visible on the skin.
• Eye Irritation In many people with rosacea, the eyes may be irritated and appear watery or bloodshot, a condition known as ocular rosacea. The eyelids also may become red and swollen, and styes are common. Severe cases can result in corneal damage and vision loss without medical help.
• Burning or Stinging Burning or stinging sensations may often occur on the face. Itching or a feeling of tightness may also develop.
• Dry Appearance The central facial skin may be rough, and thus appear to be very dry.
• Skin Thickening The skin may thicken and enlarge from excess tissue, most commonly on the nose. This condition, known as rhinophyma, affects more men than women.
• Swelling Facial swelling, known as edema, may accompany other signs of rosacea or occur independently.
• Signs Beyond the Face Rosacea signs and symptoms may also develop beyond the face, most commonly on the neck, chest, scalp or ears.