Rosacea Articles A-Z
Researchers believe that rosacea can be provoked by several factors, including the rosacea mite. This eMedTV resource describes this mite in detail, which has been linked to rosacea because of its increased numbers in people with the condition.
Rosacea research scientists believe that two factors may play a role in fostering the condition. This page of the eMedTV archives discusses these two factors, which include a vascular disorder and a microscopic mite.
Dermatologists stress the importance of good rosacea skin care. Suggestions are listed in this eMedTV article, and include using gentle cleansers and avoiding rubbing, tugging, scratching, or scrubbing your face; blot skin dry instead.
This eMedTV article provides a detailed list of possible rosacea symptoms, including symptoms for the three forms of the disease. While some people have no symptoms, other people experience facial redness, red lines, and pimples, among other things.