Rosacea
Rosacea is a skin disease that lasts for the long term and causes redness and swelling that is present primarily on the face. The neck, ears, back, chest, and scalp can also be affected. There are even cases in which it has affected the eyes.
There are approximately 14 million American adults that have been inflicted by Rosacea. It is especially common in those between the ages of 30 and 50 who have light colored skin, blue eyes, and blonde hair. In other words, those with a fairer appearance tend to become the victims of this condition. However, it is important to note that Rosacea can affect children as well and people of any skin type can fall victim as well.
Unfortunately, Rosacea is usually passed through families. Women tend to be affected more than men, but it tends to be more severe in men than women. Most women experience the majority of the symptoms during menopause.
As for the exact cause, that remains a mystery. There is the genetic connection, but there is a belief that environmental factors also come into play. One explanation is that there is some sort of factor that leads to the swelling of blood vessels. When blood vessels swell, flushing and redness can occur.
A second theory is that a mite that lives in hair follicles can be the culprit. The theory states that mites can clog oil glands. When oil glands are clogged, inflammation can occur. Other medical professionals believe that a bacterium that is responsible for a lot of intestinal infections may also be one of the causes of Rosacea. It also doesn’t help if the immune system is compromised in any way. Some individuals with immune system disorders will have flushing of the face and the neck, which tends to be a symptom of many immune system disorders.
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