A patient recently asked us about her rosacea and what type of everyday triggers are said to make the condition worse. Rosacea is a basically a condition of enlarged facial blood vessels, causing a flushed red appearance.
Answering this question isn’t exactly straightforward. Â It’s true that certain foods, beverages, or activities may trigger or aggravate rosacea, but they often vary from person to person. Â The National Rosacea Society once compiled a list of triggers reported by rosacea sufferers, including things like the following:
- Horseradish
- Black/red pepper
- Coffee
- Barbecue or hot sauce
- Tomatoes
- Vinegar
- Red Wine
- Sunbathing
- Saunas
- Stress
- Extreme cold
- Jogging & aerobics (in hot weather)
Part of rosacea treatment usually involves identification of your personal trigger factors and avoiding them. See Skinspeaks.com for more information on other treatments.
