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# What are the symptoms of rosacea?

# Symptoms of rosacea include:

* **Facial Redness**: Persistent redness in the central part of the face, such as the cheeks, nose, forehead, and chin. This redness may come and go or become more persistent over time.

* **Visible Blood Vessels**: Small, visible blood vessels on the face, particularly on the nose and cheeks. These blood vessels may appear as thin, red lines.

* **Flushing**: Episodes of sudden redness or flushing of the skin, often triggered by certain foods, alcohol, hot beverages, spicy foods, sunlight, stress, or temperature changes.

* **Papules and Pustules**: Small, red bumps (papules) or pus-filled bumps (pustules) resembling acne. These may be tender or painful and can appear similar to acne but without blackheads.

* **Thickened Skin**: In some cases, rosacea can lead to thickening of the skin, particularly on the nose, resulting in a bulbous or enlarged appearance.

* **Burning or Stinging Sensations**: Sensations of burning, stinging, or tightness in the affected areas of the face.