Rosacea
Rosacea can affect anyone, but is most common in fair-skinned adults between the ages of 30 and 50 years old. Women are more affected by this condition than men, since it is often associated with menopause.
Symptoms
Symptoms most commonly appear on the nose, cheeks, mouth, & forehead. Patients with rosacea may experience:
- Redness
- Small red bumps or pustules
- Visible blood vessels
- Flushing or blushing easily
- Burning or stinging of the facial skin
- Dry, irritated eyes
Causes
While the specific cause of rosacea is unknown, it is believed to be a combination of hereditary and environmental factors. Symptoms can also be triggered by:
- Hot or spicy foods
- Alcohol
- Extreme temperatures
- Sunlight
- Stress
- Strenuous exercise
- Certain medications
Treatments
Rosacea will not improve or resolve on its own. Treatment for rosacea is specific to each person and severity of the condition. Treatment options include:
- Antibacterial medicines
- Oral antibiotics
- Topical creams and gels
- Laser
Meet our Medical Providers
- Robert H. Huff, MD, FAAD Avon, Lebanon
- Ryan K. Brashear, MD, FAAD Greenwood
- Christopher M. Bohyer, MD, FAAD Greenwood, New Castle
- John B. Stephens, MD, FAAD Fishers, Greencastle, Hazel Dell
- Alison Launhardt, MD, FAAD Carmel, Tipton
- Kathleen Hanover, MD, FAAD Carmel, Fishers
- Lisa Trivedi, MD, FAAD Carmel
- Janelle M. Tabet, PA-C Greenwood
- Cassandra (Cassie) M. Sexson, PA-C Greenwood, Shelbyville
- Andrew Burns, PA-C Greencastle, Hazel Dell
- Stephanie Burns, PA-C Greenwood, New Castle
- Michaela Wehr, PA-C Avon, Lebanon
- Samantha Kitcoff, PA-C Fishers
- Christina Raynor, FNP-C Avon