It may very well be. It fits the description, and the distribution on the face. I really can't tell by your photo (and I hope you had sunscreen on). A trip to your plastic surgeon or dermatologist can tell for sure, and he should be able to help at the same time.
Is a red, blotchy skin patch a Rosacea symptom?
I have a slight redness or "blotchiness" on the apples of my cheeks and chin. As I grow older, the condition worsens. My mother also has the same problem. Is this rosacea?
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A: Rosacea
Rosacea generally affects the cheeks and when it effects the nose it can be called rhinophyma. However, it can be found nearly anywhere on the face. Rosacea can be aggravated by certain foods and alcohol. This is why it has been associated with alcoholism (red wine tends to be the worse culprit) even though it... more
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