Rosacea Facial Redness

The symptoms of rosacea can vary from person to person, however there are many commonalities. One of the earliest symptoms of rosacea is flushing or diffuse redness. Facial redness or erythema is also the most common symptom of rosacea. Rosacea facial redness is caused by hundreds of tiny dilated blood vessels near the surface of the facial skin that become inflamed or dilated due to many rosacea triggers.

Facial redness has been described as a flushed appearance caused by an embarrassing situation or stress in a social gathering. Some people find when they have to give a speech or public address that they experience facial heat and redness due to the nervousness or stress.

Some may experience a  blotchy redness or patches of bright facial redness as a result of exercise or strenuous activity. If the redness becomes more permanent or constant, one may suspect the skin condition known as rosacea.

Rosacea sufferers are often asked if they have gotten a sunburn and may be further embarrassed when others comment and inquire - doesn't that hurt.

Treatment needs to begin with an understanding of the cause of your flushing.