What is Rosacea?
A common skin disease that varies from a tendency to blush/flush more easily than most people to thickened skin with acne-like breakouts.
Who is at risk?
- 18 and up with an increased prevalence between 30 and 50 years old
- Fair skin
- Family history of rosacea or acne
- Have acne
What are symptoms of Rosacea?
- Flushing, redness in center of face
- Visible broken blood vessels (spider veins)
- Swollen and/or sensitive skin
- Dry, rough or scaly skin
- Flush/blush more easily than other people
- Acne-like breakouts
From the Doctor:
“About 14 million people in the U.S. have rosacea’,” said Dr. Ayo Avworo, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC. “A quick, visual screen, in conjunction with a review of your medical history, can determine whether you have rosacea.”
“About 14 million people in the U.S. have rosacea’,” said Dr. Ayo Avworo, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC. “A quick, visual screen, in conjunction with a review of your medical history, can determine whether you have rosacea.”
Clinical Trials of Texas is now enrolling for a Rosacea studyfor patients whose Rosacea often resembles acne located on the face.