What is Acne Rosacea?

Acne Rosacea If you're over 40 and suddenly develop severe acne, you could be suffering from acne rosacea, which is a different disease from acne vulgaris, the medical name for your garden variety of acne. How can you tell the difference? Acne rosacea is characterized by redness, inflammation (swelling), and dilated blood vessels. Further clues: You don't have any blackheads, the acne is located mainly on the central part of your face (your nose and cheeks), and you have a lot of pustules (pus-containing pimples). You're more likely to suffer from this type of acne if you're light-skinned. Acne rosacea can be treated with a medicated cream prescribed by a dermatologist. You should also avoid the sun, since sun exposure can worsen the condition. Certain foods, such as those that are spicy or hot in temperature, can also make rosacea worse.

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