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- The primary NIH organization for research on Rosacea is the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases
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Rosacea
Also called: Acne rosacea
Rosacea is a long-term disease that affects your skin and sometimes your eyes. It causes redness and pimples. Rosacea is most common in women and people with fair skin. It usually starts between age 30 and 60.
In most cases, rosacea only affects the face. Symptoms can include
- Frequent redness of the face, or flushing
- Small, red lines under the skin
- Acne
- A swollen nose
- Thick skin, usually on the forehead, chin and cheeks
- Red, dry, itchy eyes and sometimes vision problems
No one knows what causes rosacea. You may be more likely to have it if you blush a lot or if rosacea runs in your family. Rosacea is not dangerous. It can be treated with medications and sometimes surgery.
NIH: National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases
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Overviews
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Red in the Face: Understanding Rosacea(National Institutes of Health)
- Rosacea(American Academy of Dermatology)
- Rosacea(American Academy of Family Physicians)
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What Is Rosacea?
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Red in the Face: Understanding Rosacea
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Latest News
- Health Tip: If You Have Rosacea(09/05/2012, HealthDay)
- Could Bacteria in Skin Mites Help Cause Rosacea?(08/30/2012, HealthDay)
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Diagnosis/Symptoms
- Accurate Diagnosis "Right Stuff" to Relieve Redness, Swelling(American Academy of Dermatology)
- Rosacea Has Many Signs and Symptoms(American Academy of Dermatology)
- Rosacea: Signs and Symptoms(American Academy of Dermatology)
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Treatment
- Is Laser Treatment Right for Your Rosacea?(American Academy of Dermatology)
- Rosacea Treatment: Bumps and Pus-Filled Lesions(American Academy of Dermatology)
- Rosacea Treatment: Eye Problems(American Academy of Dermatology)
- Rosacea Treatment: Redness, Flushing, and Visible Blood Vessels(American Academy of Dermatology)
- Rosacea Treatment: Thickening Skin(American Academy of Dermatology)
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Alternative Therapy
- Good and Bad of "All Natural" Therapy for Rosacea(American Academy of Dermatology)
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Coping
- Controlling Rosacea Flare-Ups Can Boost Self-Esteem(American Academy of Dermatology)
- Coping with Rosacea: Managing Psychosocial Aspects of Rosacea(National Rosacea Society)
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Disease Management
- Coping with Rosacea: Tripwires(National Rosacea Society)
- Gentle Skin Care Helps Control Rosacea(American Academy of Dermatology)
- Managing Rosacea(National Rosacea Society)
- Patient Diary Checklist(National Rosacea Society)
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Specific Conditions
- Ocular Rosacea(Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research)
- What Is Ocular Rosacea?(American Academy of Dermatology)
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Related Issues
- Frequently Asked Questions about Rosacea(American Academy of Dermatology)
- Other Skin Disorders Also Afflict Patients Diagnosed with Rosacea(National Rosacea Society)
- Seborrheic Dermatitis(National Rosacea Society)
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Pictures & Photographs
- Rosacea(Logical Images)
- What Rosacea Looks Like(American Academy of Dermatology)
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Health Check Tools
- Flushing(DSHI Systems)
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Clinical Trials
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ClinicalTrials.gov: Rosacea(National Institutes of Health)
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ClinicalTrials.gov: Rosacea
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Research
- Cosmetic Choices Can Blend with Therapy(National Rosacea Society)
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Journal Articles
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Dictionaries/Glossaries
- Glossary(American Academy of Dermatology)
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Directories
- Find a Dermatologist(American Academy of Dermatology)
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Organizations
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Women
- Women May Need Added Therapy for Rosacea(National Rosacea Society)
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Patient Handouts
- Rhinophyma
- Also available in Spanish
- Rosacea
- Also available in Spanish
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