The most common causes includerosacea, acne, andautoimmune diseases.
But other things can also cause a face that’s always red or discolored.
Some clues about the cause may lie in the location of redness and skin discoloration.
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For example, cheek, forehead, or nose redness may each point to different causes.
This article explains the causes, symptoms, and treatments of face redness.
What Causes Sudden Rosacea Flares?
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There are also some causes more specific to foreheads.
The same is true for folliculitis.
Heat-related issues, like heat rash, may be more pronounced on the forehead.
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Eyelids
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Certain kinds of redness or discoloration may be seen on the eyes.
This may occur with many types of medications, including:
Flushing can also result from a medication allergy.
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It depends on the cause.
Redness brought on by an infection should clear up when the infection does.
Some things as simple as lifestyle changes get rid of it.
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This can help you avoid or minimize them.
Gently rub with your fingertips and rinse with lukewarm water.
Laser Treatment
If you have spider veins,rosacea, or acne, laser treatment may help.
According to the American Academy of Dermatology, lasers may reduce face redness by about 20%.
Similarly, if you have a chronic health condition, like lupus, medication may help manage your symptoms.
There may be another medication that doesn’t have flushing as a side effect.
Something else may be causing it, or you may need a different treatment approach.
Face redness may be accompanied by other symptoms, depending on the cause.
You may also experience itching, burning, crusting, and flaking.
Seek a healthcare provider for ongoing facial redness to have the underlying condition diagnosed and managed.
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