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Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that primarily affects the face. You might experience facial flushing, visible blood vessels, bumps, and pimples. Rosacea can't be cured, but you can improve your symptoms with treatments like topical and oral medications, as well as lifestyle adjustments to avoid triggers like sun exposure and certain foods. A gentle skin-care routine can protect your skin from irritation and help treatments work better.

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Common Questions & Answers

What are common triggers for rosacea?

Different people have different triggers. But common rosacea triggers include sun exposure, spicy foods, alcohol, stress, exercise, and being in hot, cold, or windy weather.

No, rosacea is not contagious. Doctors aren't sure what causes rosacea, but they think it could come from a problem with your immune system. There may also be a genetic link.

While it's not curable, rosacea can be managed with treatment.

Different types of rosacea can cause different symptoms. The most common are facial flushing or redness, visible blood vessels, bumps, and pimples. It can also cause eye irritation and skin thickening.

Doctors recommend gentle, fragrance-free products for taking care of your skin. It's important to keep your skin moisturized and protect it from the sun.

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