What's the difference between normal physiological blushing/flushing and rosacea blushing/flushing?

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Most sources regarding rosacea state that blushing/flushing are symptoms of rosacea. However, they are not clear on what exactly distinguishes normal physiological blushing/flushing from rosacea blushing/flushing. For example, don't most people blush/flush to a certain degree after eating spicy food or after strenuous exercise? How long does typical rosacea blushing/flushing last? What is rosacea blushing/flushing supposed to look like?

Harold J. Kaplan, MD · Answer

Hi BBall.  Good question.  One way to distinguish normal flushing from Rosacea is that in many cases, Rosacea is accompanied by small blood vessels visible at the surface of the skin in the cheek area.  Also, the redness associated with Rosacea lasts longer than just blushing.  A flare can last a few days, weeks or even be something that appears red all the time when more advanced.  Hope this helps.To see Los Angeles Rosacea patients treated with pulsed dye lasers, click on the link below.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Rosacea has symptoms and blood vessels, physiological doesn't and has no nodules/ bumps or symptoms typically.  It rarely responds to lasers. Please see a dermatologist they can determine between the two in person.  Best, Dr. Emer.

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