Wynne 131 Share Posted April 11, 2008 It's very hard to tell with that photo. To get a real diagnosis, go to a doctor or derm. In the meantime, be gentle with your skin to reduce the redness (no hot water, use a gentle or sensitive skin cleanser, no scrubbing, etc). Cool compresses help with redness, too. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
reg254 0 Author Share Posted April 11, 2008 It's very hard to tell with that photo. To get a real diagnosis, go to a doctor or derm. In the meantime, be gentle with your skin to reduce the redness (no hot water, use a gentle or sensitive skin cleanser, no scrubbing, etc). Cool compresses help with redness, too.anyone else have a clue...but thanz for replying Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AsiaXiah 0 Share Posted April 12, 2008 I agree with Wynne. The red marks left from acne may make your face seem a bit red, which a lot of people mistake for rosacea.If you do really have rosacea, you'll notice flushing/blushing, hot/prickly sensations when you flush/blush, and have "triggers" (such as a hot cup of coffee, laughing, being embarrassed, etc.) that will cause these flushes. Rosacea patients do have a overall more reddish hue to their skin, but it's more so the flushing/blushing that really defines a solid case of rosacea.Also, it may depend on what medications you've been using topically -- a lot of people's skin get irritated from retinoids and BP, which make the skin red. Redness is one way of your skin showing that it's irritated, while rosacea is more of a persistent chronic condition. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
acne_battle 6 Share Posted April 12, 2008 It's very hard to tell with that photo. To get a real diagnosis, go to a doctor or derm. In the meantime, be gentle with your skin to reduce the redness (no hot water, use a gentle or sensitive skin cleanser, no scrubbing, etc). Cool compresses help with redness, too.anyone else have a clue...but thanz for replyingWynne gave you excellent advice. She is an RN and is one of the most insightful people on these boards. Take her advice. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cecelia 0 Share Posted April 12, 2008 Yes, Wynne knows what she's talking about. I suggest you see a physician or dermatologist to get diagnosed, too. From the appearance on the photo, it's just too hard to differentiate. You need a pro. Quote Link to post Share on other sites