Rosacea

Rosacea is a common skin condition that is estimated to affect 2 million Canadians. It often presents as persistent redness, like a blush on the face – most often on the cheeks, nose, chin, or forehead. At first, the redness may come and go, but over time, it tends to become more persistent, and visible blood vessels may appear. If it is left untreated, acne-like pimples may develop. Occasionally, there can be involvement of the eyes and less commonly it may present as a thickening of the nose. People with fair skin, strong flush, blush tendencies or a family history of ruddy complexion may be more prone to develop rosacea.  Successful treatment for rosacea in Victoria, BC includes treating the pimples as well as reducing the background flush and dilated blood vessels.