In the Rosacea Picture Your Face Tells The Story

It is said that the eyes are the windows to the soul, but when it comes to health, your face can tell the true story. We all know that tiredness can dull skin tone and that stress may bring out spots, but the same cause-and-effect relationship can be seen for more serious health concerns.
The balance required for healthy skin is so delicate that a problem elsewhere in the body is often likely to affect your complexion.

So, when you visit your GP with an unspecified grumble, he or she may well have an idea about what's wrong before you've even removed your coat.
These signs in themselves are not proof of any medical condition and would never be sufficient for a conclusive diagnosis, but your skin can and does give off warning signs that more investigation may be required.
But how much do you know about what your skin is saying? What do spots on your chin indicate, and why won't that dry patch disappear? We consulted the experts to find out.

ROSACEA may begin as a simple tendency to flush or blush easily, then progress to a persistent redness in the central portion of your face. Your skin may become overly sensitive and these symptoms are sometimes accompanied by oily facial skin and dandruff on the scalp.
In addition, more than half the people who suffer from rosacea experience ocular rosacea, a burning and gritty sensation in the eyes. Rosacea may cause the inner skin of the eyelids to become inflamed or appear scaly, a condition known as conjunctivitis.
Research has not yet shown what causes rosacea - some health professionals believe it to be a blood-vessel disorder, and others that it is a bacterial infection.
Contrary to myth, alcohol does not cause rosacea. While the consumption of alcohol can lead to flushing of the skin and may make rosacea appear worse, there is no link. "A rash in this area could be rosacea, or may indicate a condition called lupus, where the body produces antibodies to its own cells," says Clayton. "Lupus is a serious problem causing arthritis, kidney and lung damage, so it is important to seek advice from your GP."