ACNE ROSACEA

Acne Rosacea is similar in appearance to Acne Vulguris. Both types are generally confused.   

Rosacea mostly affects the adults over the age of 30. It looks as a rash of red color that is confined to nose, cheeks, chin and forehead. Redness is followed by bumps, skin blemishes and pimples. Blood vessels of the skin become more visible. It is more common in women but is found in men. If left untreated it causes nose swelling and excess tissue growth termed “rhinophyma”. 

Treatment of Rosacea is different from treating acne and the dermatologist must be consulted if the person is experiencing acne vulguris or acne Rosacea.