Oracea

What causes rosacea?
Is rosacea contagious?
Is rosacea hereditary?
Will rosacea get worse with age?
How long does rosacea last?
Does rosacea cause facial swelling, burning, or itching?
Is there any connection between ordinary eczema and rosacea?
Are rosacea sufferers more likely to get skin cancer later in life?
Can rosacea be cured?

What causes rosacea?

While the exact cause is unknown, chronic inflammation plays a primary role.

Is rosacea contagious?

No. Rosacea is not considered an infectious or contagious disease.

Is rosacea hereditary?

Although no scientific research has been performed on rosacea and heredity, there is evidence that suggests rosacea may be inherited.

Will rosacea get worse with age?

Because symptoms of rosacea can progress from mild to moderate to severe, early diagnosis and treatment are recommended.

How long does rosacea last?

Rosacea is a chronic disorder, rather than a short-term condition, and is often characterized by relapses and remissions. Currently there is no cure for the disease.

Does rosacea cause facial swelling, burning, or itching?

Facial burning, stinging, and itching are commonly reported by many rosacea patients. Certain rosacea sufferers may also experience some swelling (edema) in the face that may become noticeable as early as the initial stage of the disease.

Is there any connection between ordinary eczema and rosacea?

No. Rosacea generally affects the face, whereas atopic eczema can appear on various areas of the body.

Are rosacea sufferers more likely to get skin cancer later in life?

No medical evidence has linked rosacea directly with skin cancer.

Can rosacea be cured?

While rosacea cannot be cured, medical treatments are available that can control or eliminate its various signs and symptoms.

*Adapted from: Frequently asked questions. Rosacea.org website. Available at: www.rosacea.org/patients/Faq.php. Accessed January 4, 2008.