What causes Rosacea?
Rosacea generally begins during a person’s thirties or forties. First it appears as a mild blushing that doesn’t go away. If treated early it can be kept at bay. In an advanced state it can induce permanent thickening and redness, particularly on the nose. Fortunately, there are a number of alternative treatments for Rosacea.
Why this blushing appears differs from person to person. Almost all skin conditions are caused by some kind of digestive trouble, and Rosacea is no exception. Rosacea sufferers may possess low levels of stomach acid, which prevents proper digestion for food or have Sluggish bowels and constipation, both of which may also have a similar result.
Common triggers are alcohol, hot liquids, coffee, spicy or fatty foods, extreme temperatures, sun exposure, harsh wind, and stress.
It’s key to minimize contact with these triggers, because they these are things that make the blood vessels expand. Over time, the blood vessels become incapable of contracting properly, and then they allow too much blood to flow to the affected area and so the skin becomes uncontrollably red and bumpy.
The skin in the middle of the face becomes red and swollen with pustules that can resemble Acne and have little yellow heads. However, severe Rosacea left untreated can be serious and lead to disfigurement. We suggest your first port of call is to a Doctor or a Dermatologist.
You may also experience a burning sensation in your eyes and eyelids, which may appear swollen and may lead to vision problems. These symptoms warrant a visit to a doctor, since the disorder can cause serious eye problems.
Rosacea mostly affects pale skin and if you blush or have high colour you are more likely to experience the symptoms of this skin disorder. Genetics may play a part in whether you develop this condition, since it seems to run in families.
Facial flushing associated with Rosacea can last for several days. Sorry to say but as a result you may also develop red spider veins on the face.