rosacea
1 synonym for rosacea, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A long-term skin condition affecting mainly the face, in which the central areas become persistently flushed or red, often with visible small blood vessels and, in some people, bumps and pustules. It typically comes and goes in flare-ups and most often appears in adulthood.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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acne rosacea
How to use rosacea
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
rosacea flare
papulopustular rosacea
ocular rosacea
rosacea trigger
Medical term in common public use. Pronunciation varies; roh-ZAY-shuh and roh-ZAY-see-uh are both heard.
Etymology
From Latin rosaceus, meaning rose-coloured, from rosa, a rose.
Full origin of rosacea →Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between rosacea and acne?
They can look similar because both may produce bumps and pustules, but they are different conditions. Acne characteristically includes blackheads and whiteheads and often begins in adolescence, while rosacea centres on persistent facial redness and visible blood vessels and usually starts later in adult life.
Is rosacea the same as having a red face?
No. Ordinary blushing or a windburnt face is temporary. Rosacea is a recognised long-term condition in which the redness becomes persistent and is accompanied by other features such as visible vessels or bumps.
What is ocular rosacea?
It is the form in which the eyes and eyelids are affected as well as, or instead of, the skin, producing symptoms such as dryness, grittiness and irritation. It is diagnosed and managed by clinicians in the same way as the skin forms.
