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Rosacea is a facial rash that occurs in middle-aged men and women. Approximately 13 million people in the United States have Rosacea. The cause of Rosacea is unknown, but it affects people mainly in their 30s and 40s, especially those with fair skin, blue eyes, and of Celtic origin. Famous individuals with Rosacea include W.C. Fields, Rembrandt, and President Bill Clinton.
Rosacea used to be called "acne rosacea," but it's quite different from acne. The red spots and pustules are dome-shaped rather than pointed and there are no blackheads, whiteheads, deep cysts, or lumps. Sometimes the affected skin is swollen and hot. Rosacea affects the cheeks, nose and forehead rarely the trunk and upper limbs. Facial creams or oils and topical steroids may aggravate Rosacea. In fact, Rosacea sufferers should avoid anything that may cause skin irritation.