Combinations - Rosacea - Acne and Rosacea Society of Canada

Combinations

Often people have a combination of symptoms of rosacea.

Patients may be treated with a combination of therapies.

All images courtesy Dr. Ben Barankin.

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Rosacea is contagious

False: You can’t catch rosacea – it is not a contagious condition.
Rosacea is caused by heavy drinking…

False: Research shows rosacea is not caused by heavy drinking, although alcohol triggers rosacea and may worsen the condition over time. The causes of rosacea are not known. Studies show it is an inflammatory condition that has genetic roots for many.
There’s nothing I can do about my red face and pimples

False: There are new and existing medical treatments to reduce the facial redness, red bumps and pimples of rosacea. You can help too by avoiding triggers that make you flush and practicing good skincare.

Facial redness and pimples