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Rosacea - Symptom

Alternative Names

Acne rosacea

Symptoms:

  • Redness of the face in discrete areas or covering the entire face
  • A tendency to flush or blush easily
  • Increased vascularity (spider-like blood vessels called telangiectasia) of the face
  • A red, bulbous nose
  • Acne-like skin eruptions (may ooze or crust)
  • A burning or stinging sensation of the face
  • Irritated, bloodshot, watery eyes

Signs and tests:

Your physician can usually diagnose rosacea with a thorough medical history and physical exam.

  • Reviewed last on: 2/5/2008
  • Kevin Berman, MD, PhD, Associate, Atlanta Center for Dermatologic Disease, Atlanta, GA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

References

Habif, TP. Clinical Dermatology. 4th ed. St. Louis, Mo: Mosby; 2004:198-200.

Noble J. Textbook of Primary Care Medicine. 3rd ed. St. Louis, Mo: Mosby; 2001:760-761.

van Zuuren EJ. Systematic review of rosacea treatments. J Am Acad Dermatol. Jan. 1, 2007: 56(1): 107-15