Signs of Rosacea

• Facial flushing
• Persistent facial redness
• Bumps and pimples
• Visible blood vessels
• Eye irritation
• Burning or stinging
• Raised red patches (plaques)
• Skin thickening
• Facial swelling

There are 4 types of rosacea, and patients may experience characteristics of more than one type at the same time.

• Erythematotelangiectatic rosacea - characterized by flushing and persistent redness, with multiple visible tiny blood vessels.
• Papulopustular rosacea - characterized by persistent redness with transient bumps and pimples.
• Phymatous rosacea - characterized by skin thickening, often resulting in an enlargement of the nose from excessive tissue.
• Ocular rosacea - characterized by dry eyes, tearing and burning, swollen eyelids, and potential vision loss from corneal damage. Referral to the ophthalmologist may be required for severe cases.