Condition
Acne rosacea
Andrey Nailor, M.D.Published 5 May 20051 min read
Key points
- Rosacea is a chronic skin condition involving inflammation of the cheeks, nose, chin, forehead, or eyelids.
- It may appear as redness, prominent spider-like blood vessels, swelling, or skin eruptions similar to acne.
Alternative names
Rosacea
Definition
Rosacea is a chronic skin condition involving inflammation of the cheeks, nose, chin, forehead, or eyelids. It may appear as redness, prominent spider-like blood vessels, swelling, or skin eruptions similar to acne.
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Andrey Nailor, M.D.
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