Rosacea's cause remains unknown, it appears to involve a combination of genetics and environmental factors. It is not contagious.
Yes, it is possible to have rhinophyma without having a diagnosed case of rosacea, although rhinophyma is most commonly associated with rosacea. Rhinophyma is a skin condition characterized by a thickening of the skin on the nose, which can occur due to various factors, including genetic predisposition, sun exposure, or other skin conditions. However, it is relatively rare for rhinophyma to develop in the absence of rosacea, as the two are closely linked.
The cause of rosacea is unknown and there is currently no cure.If you would like to learn more about rosacea and see images I would suggest visiting www.skinsight.com.Here is the direct link to rosacea information: http://www.skinsight.com/adult/rosacea.htm
Does rosacea get better with age
Acne Rosacea is the scientific name for Rosacea although it should not be confused with Acne Vulgaris (acne). The symptoms are different and the treatment should be different as well. The symptoms of Rosacea are facial redness and flushing as well as other possible reactions.
Paranerita rosacea was created in 1909.
Drillia rosacea was created in 1845.
Mitra rosacea was created in 1845.
The similarity in appearance of rosacea to acne led people in the past to erroneously call the disease acne rosacea or adult acne.
If you think you have rosacea, I suggest seeing you doctor and/or a dermatologist. They will be able to diagnose you and if you do have rosacea, give you a treatment plan.
It can be genetic for some people, it is made worse by alcohol stress and weather conditions Slight correction: Alcohol is not a causative or exacerbating factor in rosacea. Once thought to be related to acne, we find it's not. A large percentage of rosacea sufferers spent a lot of time in the sun, but so did lots or people who don't manifest this disorder. There's talk of a chronic bacterial infection, but no bacteria has been identified at this time. In short, we have some ideas but really don't know.
Lupus and rosacea are not the same thing. A dermatologist would need to do a biopsy to determine if redness and inflammation are caused by lupus or rosacea. It is possible for a lupus rash to look lmuch like rosacea.
The most common symptom of rosacea is flushed skin or redness of the skin. If you think you may have rosacea, I suggest seeing your doctor or a dermatologist.