All About Rosacea By: @dermahealthnutrition (Link in bio for full article) Rosacea is a chronic, inflammatory skin disease affecting nearly 15 million Americans, mainly between the ages of 30 and 50. Rosacea is typically localized on the nose, cheeks, chin, and forehead, usually sparing the area around the mouth. It usually evolves over decades and the clinical features typically include red, dilated blood vessels in the central area of the face called telangiectasias, flushing, and inflammatory episodes with pustules and papules. In severe cases, Rosacea may result in a swelling of the nose, ears, or chin. These special forms, called phymas, are almost exclusively seen in males. Multiple factors are involved in the occurrence of Rosacea, including alterations in skin barrier function, genetics, increased inflammation, aberrations of vascular reactivity and a disturbed skin microbiome with an overpopulation of Demodex mites. Rosacea skin easily responds to temperature changes, aggressive face washing and psychological stress. One of the most critical inducers of Rosacea is UV exposure, especially UV-B which triggers flares. According to recent findings, Rosacea is often associated with gut and eye symptoms.