Lately my face has been really red,what can i do for it?

Question

My face as been really red lately, not really like a lot of acne just really red mostily around my cheeks and my chin, what can i do about this??

Answer 1

It might be wise to see a doctor to find out if you have rosacea. From the way you describe it, it sounds like a possibility but only a doctor who examines your face can tell you for sure. Rosacea is an inflammatory skin disease.

Doctors don't know the exact cause of rosacea but believe that some people may inherit it. People who blush frequently may be more likely to develop it. It is believed that rosacea is a disorder where blood vessels dilate too easily, resulting in flushing and redness.

Factors that cause rosacea to flare up in one person may have no effect on another person. Although the following factors have not been well-researched, some people claim that one or more of them have aggravated their rosacea: heat (including hot baths), strenuous exercise, sunlight, wind, very cold temperatures, hot or spicy foods and drinks, alcohol consumption, menopause, emotional stress, and long-term use of topical steroids on the face. Researchers have not established a link between rosacea and bacteria or other organisms on the skin, in the hair follicles, or elsewhere in the body.

Treatment is quite simple a topical antibiotic, oral antibiotics or accutane.

Answer 2

Sounds like you have rosacea.

If you have rosacea you will need to get a RX Metrogel to apply daily. If you have a really bad case the doctor will put you on a oral RX.