How to Recognise Rosacea

Pimples of rosacea appear on the face as small, red bumps, some of which may contain pus.
These may be accompanied by the development of many tiny blood vessels on the surface of the skin and persistent redness of the face.

In more advanced cases of rosacea, a condition called rhinophyma may develop. The oil glands enlarge causing a bulbous, enlarged red nose and puffy cheeks. Thick bumps can develop on the lower half of the nose and nearby cheeks. Rhinophyma occurs less commonly in women.

About 50% of people with rosacea have eye involvement. Some rosacea patients experience burning and grittiness of the eyes - a condition known as conjunctivitis. If this condition is not treated, it can lead to even more serious complications for the eyes.