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Synonyms of Acne Rosacea
- Acne Erythematosa
- Adult Acne
- Hypertrophic Rosacea
- Rhinophyma
- Rosacea
Disorder Subdivisions
General Discussion
Acne Rosacea is a skin disorder limited to the nose, cheeks, chin, and forehead, typically beginning during adulthood. The facial skin becomes oily, reddened and bumpy. Small red blood vessels are visible. In extreme cases, the nose may appear very red and bulbous.
Organizations related to Acne Rosacea
- Genetic and Rare Diseases (GARD) Information Center
PO Box 8126
Gaithersburg MD 20898-8126
Phone #: 301-251-4925
800 #: 888-205-2311
e-mail: http://rarediseases.info.nih.gov/GARD/EmailForm.aspx
Home page: http://rarediseases.info.nih.gov/GARD
- NIH/National Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases Information Clearinghouse
1 AMS Circle
Bethesda MD 20892-3675
Phone #: 301-495-4484
800 #: 877-226-4267
e-mail: NIAMSinfo@mail.nih.gov
Home page: http://www.niams.nih.gov/Health_Info
- National Rosacea Society
196 James St
Barrington IL 60010
Phone #: 847-382-8971
800 #: 888-662-5874
e-mail: rosaceas@aol.com
Home page: http://www.rosacea.org
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