What Is Rosacea?

What is Rosacea?

If you notice a large, diffuse red area on your face, it might not be just a rash. You could have rosacea, which is a chronic skin condition treated by our dermatologist. Dr. Cary Ann Jenkins at Morris Dermatology and Joliet Dermatology in Morris and Joliet, IL provides comprehensive cosmetic and medical dermatology services, including treatment of rosacea.

What You Need To Know About Rosacea

Rosacea looks like a bright red rash, and it can cover a large portion of your face including your cheeks, nose, and forehead. Rosacea can resemble acne, looking like small pimples. There are additional signs and symptoms of rosacea, including having:

• Painful, hot skin
• Redness in the center of your face
• Swollen, red bumps that may contain pus
• Enlarged, thickened skin on your nose
• Dry, irritated eyes

Rosacea is more common in:

• Women
• People who smoke
• People who have fair skin
• People who are over 30 years old
• People who have a family history of rosacea

There are some dietary, lifestyle, and environmental factors which can aggravate rosacea. When you have rosacea, it’s best to avoid:

• Eating spicy, hot foods
• Drinking hot beverages or alcohol
• Exposure to extreme temperatures, wind, or sunlight
• Hot baths or saunas
• Stressful situations

Activity and exercise can also aggravate rosacea. Medications that dilate blood vessels, and corticosteroids also aggravate rosacea.

Our dermatologist can help with rosacea and may recommend:

• Laser therapy
• Intense pulsed light therapy
• Antibiotics including doxycycline
• Topical anti-redness creams or gels

Want To Know More?

You don't have to be embarrassed about rosacea when relief is just a phone call away. To find out more about the signs, symptoms, and treatment of rosacea, talk with an expert. Call Dr. Cary Ann Jenkins at Morris Dermatology and Joliet Dermatology in Morris and Joliet, IL. You can reach her in the Morris, IL, location by calling (815) 941-5160, or in Joliet, IL, by calling (815) 666-1742. Get relief from rosacea by calling today.