What Causes Rosacea?

The cause is poorly understood. Flushing is an essential part of the condition, so experts believe that there is a vascular cause or that blood vessels are a significant component to the cause.

H. pylori is a bacteria from the gastrointestinal tract, particularly the stomach that has been suggested as a cause of rosacea in some because there is a hormone that the stomach produces that encourages skin flushing. H. pylori is the same bug thought to cause stomach ulcers. It is possible to clear the infection with a combination of antibiotics taken by mouth, but its eradication has not been a conclusively effective rosacea treatment.

Demodex are mites found in the follicles of about half of those with rosacea. Doctors and clinical investigators, who have been studying rosacea and the diseases possible causes, are debating the role of these mites.

The use of stronger cortisone creams can certainly produce rosacea, but it usually does not persist for very long after discontinuing the creams.

What Other Factors Aggravate Rosacea?

Certain medications that cause flushing can flare your skin. Vasodilating drugs (ones that cause your blood vessels to enlarge) such as ACE-inhibitors and some cholesterol lowering agents may play a part, you should avoid Niacin.

Perfumed cosmetics can aggravate your skin, you should also avoid other topical irritants such as scrubs, toners, acetone, and alcohols.

If you have flushing because of menopause you should be treated, as long as there are no contraindications for example, if there is no risk to you because of other health concerns or medications you may be taking. Sun protection is a must and we recommend sunscreens that have a broad spectrum.

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