What is rosacea?

Answer by  JayneR (183)

Causes of Rosacea are not fully understood, it may be caused by blocked hair folicles, or the swelling of blood vessels. Often hereditary and common between the ages of 30 and 50. Rosacea is characterised by blushed skin, pimples and broken blood vessels. Over the counter treatments are not always helpful, so it is best to consult a doctor.

Answer by  primatefreak (1616)

Usually a harmless cosmetic condition, redness on face, neck and/or chest. No cure, but treatable with topical (creams) and oral antibiotics. No OTC product, corticosteroids (cortisone) aggravates the condition.

Answer by  oddflash (902)

Rosacea is a chronic condition characterized by facial rednesss. Sometimes pimples are included as part of the definition. There are no over the counter cures for it.

Answer by  Michele13 (1188)

Rosacea is a reddening and swelling of facial skin.Sometimes,the tip of the nose can get bulbous in appearance.This condition is related to acne,and can be aggravated by too much sunlight.There are over-the-counter treatments for rosacea.