Types Of Acne - Rosacea
Rosacea is often misdiagnosed as acne. In actual fact,
it is not acne. This article will highlight the difference between
Rosacea and acne and what one should do if he/she experience Rosacea.
Rosacea affects thousands of people in the U.S. alone, mostly those over
the age of 30.
It generally appears as a red rash confined to the cheeks, nose,
forehead and chin. This redness is often accompanied by bumps, pimples,
and skin blemishes, which is why it is so commonly mistaken for acne.
Further, this redness is also linked to the fact that blood vessels may
become more visible on the skin. This redness can be triggered by
certain foods, such as spicy food and alcohol. People with rosacea
rarely have blackheads.
People who are fair-skinned, particularly European or Celtics, are most
affected with rosacea. Rosacea affects both men and women of all ages
especially in the 30-50 age group, but it has been shown to be more
prevalent in women than in men. Middle-aged women are more susceptible
because of hot flushes caused by menopause.
The exact cause of rosacea is unknown, but many experts believe that
rosacea occurs when the blood vessels become damaged when repeatedly
dilated by stimuli. Such stimuli includes being exposed under extreme
temperature, strenuous exercise, strong sunlight as well as certain
foods and alcohol. Rosacea could also be caused by medications and use
of certain cosmetics. Some acne and wrinkle treatments that have been
reported to cause rosacea include microdermabrasion, chemical peels,
high dosages of isotretinoin and benzoyl peroxide.
If you are seeking treatment and you think it may actually be rosacea,
you need to be aware that the treatments differ quite a bit from those
used in the care of acne vulgaris.
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