Rosacea Rosacea is a long-term skin condition that mainly affects the face. It's more common in women and people with lighter skin, but symptoms can be worse in men. Treatment can help with symptoms. The first signs of rosacea include
The redness may be harder to see on darker skin. Other symptoms can include:
TriggersIt's not known what causes rosacea, but some triggers can make symptoms worse. Common triggers for rosacea include:
If you're not sure it's rosaceaSee a GP if:
Ask for an urgent GP appointment or call 111:If you have rosacea and:
These could be signs of keratitis, which can be serious if not treated urgently. Treatment for rosacea from a GP Rosacea cannot be cured but treatment from a GP can help control the symptoms. It can get worse if it's not treated. A GP may suggest:
The GP may refer you to a skin specialist (dermatologist) if treatments are not working. Rosacea is not caused by poor hygiene and it's not contagious. But there are things you can try to help with symptoms. If you know that a trigger, for example alcohol or spicy food, makes symptoms worse, try to avoid it as much as possible. Do
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Find out moreThe charity Changing Faces can offer advice and support if you're feeling anxious or depressed. Call the helpline on 0300 012 0275. Changing Faces: Skin Camouflage Service BestCareCompare | ||||||
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