Should I speak to my doctor about my erythematotelangiectatic rosacea?

Dr. Mehmet Oz, MD

Cardiology (Cardiovascular Disease)

If you believe that you have erythematotelangiectatic rosacea, you should speak with your doctor or dermatologist as soon as possible. Early treatment and control of the condition will keep it from developing into a more permanent, painful, or bothersome disease.

Experts recommend talking to a dermatologist if you:

have persistent redness in your face, especially if it appears to be spreading outward
get flushed after eating spicy food or hot drinks or being in hot or cold weather
blush easily
are sensitive to chemicals on your face
have visible veins or red bumps that are not pimples on your face

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Rosacea

This chronic skin condition causes swelling of the blood vessels beneath the facial skin, causing redness, spider-like blood vessels or acne-like blemishes. Fair-skinned people, people between ages 30 and 50, and women are more prone to developing rosacea, which is physically harmless but often embarrassing. Other symptoms include a tendency to blush easily, bloodshot or watery eyes, and a red, bulbous nose. Although there is no cure, oral or topical antibiotics can control flare-ups. So can wearing sunscreen daily, reducing stress and limiting your intake of hot beverages, alcohol and spicy foods.

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