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If only we had a dream team like this to differentiate rosacea from the list! Differential Diagnosis of Rosacea Authoritative Resource Guide The RRDi has a list with sources showing differential skin disease(s) to consider in diagnosing rosacea when patients present with erythema, telangiectasia, or flushing. To review this list of skin diseases that mimic rosacea requires a subscription as a donation to our non profit organization for rosacea patient advocacy.

In the past a diagnosis of rosacea usually required only a physical examination and a patient history by a qualified medical physician. Currently there are now a number of tests that may be considered to differentiate rosacea from a plethora of other skin conditions and diseases that present with erythema (requires subscription to review). Learn More (requires subscription to view)

Image courtesy of sodahead.comWhenever the subject of demodex mites (demodectic rosacea) comes up there is the age old quandary, which came first the demodex or the rosacea? We have published an article that thoroughly discusses this topic but requires a subscription to review. We also have a sub-forum on demodectic rosacea (requires subscription). Here are some posts in this sub-forum worth investigating: There even two more pages in this sub-forum to view posts on demodectic rosacea. Lots of investigating for you to browse. Subscribe

There are no known articles that have actually studied whether rosacea is contagious. We have a post on this subject worth reviewing that investigates this thoroughly. However, it requires a subscription to view.

Is Coffee a Rosacea Trigger? First off just remember that whenever you hear about rosacea triggers that usually the list of triggers has not been substantiated in any clinical studies and most of the triggers are simply anecdotal reports based upon surveys or polls. To learn more whether coffee is a rosacea trigger requires that you subscribe as an RRDi member (your subscription is tax deductible).

WATCH VIDEO The logo of the RRDi includes a butterfly because rosacea typically manifests itself in a facial butterfly formation. "Half a century ago, Edward Lorenz, SM ‘43, ScD ‘48, overthrew the idea of the clockwork universe with his ground-breaking research on chaos." Lorenz created an analogy with the flapping wings of a butterfly what beautifully describes how the initial conditions may create an effect not imagined. What are the initial conditions with the result in rosacea chaos? Victor Gabriel's Butterfly Effect in Acne and Rosacea A paper written in 2018 by Victor Gabriel, et al., discusses the 'butterfly effect' not only in rosacea but also in acne. The concept of the butterfly effect "is associated with chaos theory, and it is a concept originated in meteorology, which represents the dependence on initial conditions." read our article on this subject that goes into a deep dive on how the butterfly effect is in rosacea. (requires subscription for members only)

At the above post we have an article on Cosmetics for Rosacea 101. (requires subscription for members only) We also have cosmetics for rosacea in our affiliate store. In our member forum we have a sub-forum COSMETICS. (requires subscription for members only) We also have a video available for the public:

Guests may see some forums but are not allowed to view posts in the Member Forum. Members may ask questions and post answers to each other about rosacea in our private, secure rosacea member forum. The above video gives you an idea of what rosacea data we have accumulated since 2004 categorized in logical order along with an excellent rosacea search engine that rosacea social media platforms envy. If you volunteer for the RRDi which is a special privilege for rosaceans we waive the subscription fee. Rosaceans helping Rosaceans. Rosacea Topics (posting requires subscription for members only) Co-existing conditions Cosmetics Demodectic Rosacea Diagnosis FAQs Non Prescription Photo Dynamic Therapy (PDT) Prescription Treatments Probiotics Rosacea in Remission Psychology and Rosacea Rosacea Theories Secondary Therapy for Recalcitrant Rosacea Trigger Avoidance

The RRDi has hundreds of Rosacea FAQs which we have categorized in one member sub-forum. (requires subscription for members only)

Demodex Canis image courtesy of Wikimedia Commons Many 'authorities' say that mites on pets do not transfer to humans, but this is another example of the 'butterfly effect' in rosacea. While generally speaking mites on pets don't transfer to humans, we demonstrate with references that this myth is officially debunked. Read our post on this subject. (requires subscription for members only)

Is this Rosacea? Answer: If you want to know if you are suffering from rosacea which is a popular FAQ read this post. (requires subscription for members only) What is Rosacea? Answer: If you want to know what rosacea is which is another popular FAQ read this post. (requires subscription for members only)

Brimonidine (brand name Mirvaso) has been around for a while for treating rosacea. It has been known to cause 'rosacea rebound' but there are some who report positive experiences. Learn more about Brimonidine for Rosacea (requires subscription for members only)

How much does Botox Cost?, USA Today Learn more about Botox for Rosacea (requires subscription for members only)

Biologics image - stock.adobe.com "Over the coming years, the growth in the biologics market is projected to be rapid, reaching US $580.5 billion (approximately €513.5 billion) by 2026." What are the biologic treatments for rosacea? Answer (members only requires a subscription to view)

You may have heard about the placebo effect, but are you aware of the nocebo effect in rosacea? In the RRDi member forum we have an interesting helpful post on this subject that you can read about these two effects, to help you better treat your rosacea using the placebo effect for your benefit and avoiding the nocebo effect which is negative. However, to view this post in our member forum requires a subscription by donating to our non profit organization.

Watch the video The benefit/risk ratio in rosacea is a basic concept in medicine taught to physicians in medical school. Many rosaceans have no concept of this fundamental medical teaching. Investigating this subject will help you better understand how to improve your rosacea when considering whether to accept or reject a certain treatment proposed by your dermatologist when recommending a treatment for your rosacea. To view this investigative post requires a subscription to access the RRDi member forum by donating to a subscription plan of your choice to our non profit organization for rosacea.

There are several reports of using baby shampoo/tea tree oil for rosacea in our non prescription cleansers for rosacea subforum. The formula is simple. However, to view this treatment as well as other natural treatments for rosacea requires a subscription to our member forum if you donate for your choice of a subscription plan to become an active member of the RRDi.

Azelaic Acid has been used to treat rosacea for sometime now and many report success in improving rosacea. There are brand name treatments as well as generic. To view a comprehensive database on Azelaic Acid treatments for rosacea will require a subscription plan of your choice to view. Please join and donate by subscribing to your choice of subscriptions.

There are a number of drugs used by physicians as anti-flushing or as antihypertensive agents as well as many other treatments discussed in our prescription treatments for rosacea as well as non prescription treatments. You may view these list of treatments if you register and subscribe to become an active member. Guests are not allowed in our member forums. Anti-flushing drugs List of Prescription and Non Prescription Anti-flushing Treatments

The artist, Amelia Fais Harnas, who 'creates portraits by staining fabric with red wine' is featured in our member forum which requires a subscription to view. Please join our non profit organization with a donation. Amelia suffers from rosacea.

"Dermatologists prescribe more oral antibiotic courses per clinician than any other specialty, and this use puts patients at risk of antibiotic-resistant infections and antibiotic-associated adverse events." "Dermatologists, for example, prescribe five percent of antibiotics, but make up only one percent of all physicians." To learn more, subscribe as a member and read this post: Antibiotic Resistance, Bacterial Overgrowth, Side Effects

*image - Robert Plutchik's Wheel of Emotions. A recent study came to the conclusion that "The emotions of Anger and Disgust have been poorly explored in empirical studies, despite they could be theoretically considered a vulnerability factor for the development of skin disorders and the dermatological extreme consequences, as negative emotionality toward self and the pathological skin condition." To learn more you will need to subscribe as a member and read the entire post.

If you have any questions after watching this video find the reply to this topic button on your device and post your question or comment. Steps to Volunteer for the RRDi Social Media Accounts (1) Register with the RRDi (Join the RRDi as a subscribed active member) (2) In the volunteer skills box during your signup mention which social media account you prefer to volunteer with, i.e., Facebook, Reddit, Twitter, etc.

ANSWER: Have you read this article in The Atlantic? WHY THE PAST 10 YEARS OF AMERICAN LIFE HAVE BEEN UNIQUELY STUPID Very insightful article on what happened about ten years ago with the power of 'likes' and 'shares' and especially this insightful statement made in the above article: "But after Babel, nothing really means anything anymore––at least not in a way that is durable and on which people widely agree." The above article helps explain the mass exodus of rosaceans from the forum style platform we use here at the RRDi and how the social media platforms have emerged as the preferred method of interacting with fellow rosacea sufferers. Watch a video on this. For those who prefer Tik Tok. Check our page on social media. Watch Season 2 Episode 1 about what the RRDi is doing about this.

How do you feel about anonymity, transparency and privacy when posting in your favorite rosacea social media platform? Do you have certain feelings or opinions on these three subjects when it comes to your sharing your rosacea experience with other rosaceans? The RRDi has a post on how we view these three subjects and if you want to learn more or join in the discussion only members can access this article. However, you can view a taste of how the RRDi views these three subjects when it comes to discussing your rosacea experience and knowledge with other rosaceans in our member forum by viewing these three videos.