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· Dermatology
Rosacea
Facial flushing & visible vessels
Persistent redness on cheeks and nose, with flushing, pustules and sometimes eye irritation. Triggered by heat, sun, spice and stress.
At a glance
- Prevalence
- Often missed in Indian skin
- Typical age
- 30–60 years
- Outlook
- Manageable, lifelong
- System
- Skin
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What causes it
Causes
- Vascular hyperreactivity
- Demodex mites overgrowth
- H. pylori infection (some)
- Genetic predisposition
How it feels
Symptoms & effects
- Central facial redness
- Flushing with food, heat, alcohol
- Pustules without comedones
- Red gritty eyes
- Bulbous nose in rhinophyma (late)
How it’s treated
Treatment & cure
- Metronidazole or ivermectin cream
- Azelaic acid
- Oral doxycycline for inflammation
- Brimonidine gel for flush
- Laser for visible vessels
Staying ahead
Prevention
- Identify personal triggers (spice, heat, alcohol)
- Daily gentle mineral sunscreen
- Cool the face after exertion
- Treat eye involvement early
Do’s
- Use gentle, fragrance-free cleansers
- Sunscreen every day
- Treat eye symptoms with lubricants
- Take topical meds consistently
Don’ts
- Use abrasive scrubs
- Apply alcohol-based toners
- Take very hot showers
- Pick at pustules
See a doctor immediately if
Symptoms are sudden or severe, getting worse despite home care, or interfering with sleep, work or daily life. Don’t self-diagnose from the internet — book a verified clinician below.
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Disclaimer ·
This article is educational and reviewed by clinicians, but it cannot replace an in-person assessment.
Medication doses, prevention advice and treatment choices vary by person. Always confirm with a doctor before acting on anything here.