● Another theory suggests that there is a link between the flushing caused by niacin, or vitamin B3, and that patients with certain types abnormal fatty acid composition are more at risk for developing a specific type of rosacea, called papulopustular rosacea.
What Are The Symptoms?
For those who aren’t sure if their flushed faces may be the result of rosacea, Mayo Clinic offers up a list of classic signs and symptoms of the condition, which include:
● Persistent facial redness, especially in the central portion of the face around the nose and on the cheeks
● Visible blood vessels, especially in the flushed areas mentioned above
● Swollen, red bumps that resemble acne
● Hot, tender skin
● Eye problems: About half of rosacea patients experience eye dryness, irritation, and/or swollen, red eyelids.
● Some rosacea patients experience a thickening of the skin on the nose, causing a bulbous appearance. This is more common in men than in women.
● Triggers: Rosacea patients will often find that their symptoms and flare-ups are tied to a range of triggers, which can include exposure to UV light, exposure to extreme cold or heat, stress, spicy foods and alcohol, especially red wine and beer.