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Could I have rosacea?
Many skin conditions can cause a red face. Rosacea is one of these skin conditions. Rosacea also causes other signs (what you can see) and symptoms (what you feel). By answering these questions, you can find out how many signs and symptoms you have for rosacea.
After answering the questions, you’ll receive your own personal score and recommendations
- Do you flush or blush more easily than other people?
- Does your flushing last longer than 1 hour?
- Do you have redness on your cheeks and/or nose that just won’t go away?
- Do you have red sore pimples and small pus-filled bumps that just won’t go away?
- Do you have visible broken blood vessels (spider veins) on your face?
- Do rapid temperature changes, such as cold winter wind or hot summer heat, cause redness on your face that can last for hours or days?
- Does sun exposure cause redness on your face that lasts for days?
- Does stress and/or anxiety cause redness that last for hours or days?
- Have you noticed your nose enlarging or reddening?
- Are your eyes watery and bloodshot?
- Do your eyes frequently burn, sting, or itch?
- Do your eyes feel dry or like they have grains of sand in them, or do they seem extra sensitive to sunlight?
- Have you had your share of blistering sunburns?
- Do you frequently experience a warm, flushed sensation on your skin after drinking alcohol, eating spicy foods, consuming caffeine, or drinking a hot beverage such as coffee or tea?
- Is your skin unusually sensitive to cosmetics and skin care products?
You have # out of 15 signs and symptoms for rosacea.
If you answered no to all questions:
Your answers indicate that you do not have any signs or symptoms of rosacea. If you still suspect that you may have rosacea, you should make an appointment to see a dermatologist for an accurate diagnosis.
If you answered yes to one-to-three questions:
Your answers indicate that you may have a few signs and symptoms of rosacea. If you suspect that you have rosacea, you should see a dermatologist for an accurate diagnosis.
Rosacea does not go away. It can worsen when left untreated.
If you have rosacea, treatment and lifestyle changes are important. Here are a few tips from dermatologists that may help you reduce rosacea flare-ups:
- When you feel you may flush, place an ice cube in your mouth. Many people can avoid flushing by placing an ice cube close to the roof of the mouth.
- Learn what triggers your rosacea. By keeping a record of what you were doing (or eating) before a flare, you can learn what triggers your rosacea.
- Avoid scrubbing or rubbing skin affected by rosacea. Rubbing or scrubbing irritates the skin and tends to make rosacea worse.
If you answered yes to four or more questions:
Your answers indicate that you may have signs and symptoms of rosacea. You may want to make an appointment to see a dermatologist for an accurate diagnosis. Rosacea does not go away. It can worsen when left untreated.
If you have rosacea, treatment and lifestyle changes are important. Here are a few tips from dermatologists that may help you reduce rosacea flare-ups:
- Stress can cause rosacea to flare. Stress reduction and avoidance techniques can help prevent flare-ups.
- Keep a trigger journal. If you eat or drink something that causes a flare-up, record the experience, so you know what to avoid.
- The sun causes many people to have a rosacea flare. Protect your face from the sun. And be sure to protect your eyes by wearing sunglasses that shield your eyes from both UVA and UVB rays.
Do you flush or blush more easily than other people?
This questionnaire does not provide medical advice. It should not be used to diagnose rosacea. Only a medical doctor such as a dermatologist can make this diagnosis. The purpose of this questionnaire is to help you seek medical care if you believe that you may have rosacea. A dermatologist can provide you with a diagnosis and proper treatment. If you do not have a dermatologist, you can find a dermatologist in your area by going to
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The key to controlling rosacea is to
use medications as prescribed, follow a rosacea-friendly
skin care plan, and
avoid triggers. |
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