Rosacea cause, The exact cause of rosacea is unknown. However experts think it may be caused by a number of related factors.
These factors are outlined below.
Blood vessel abnormalities
Many dermatologists (skin specialists) believe that abnormalities in the blood vessels of the face may be a major contributing factor for rosacea. This may explain symptoms of flushing, persistent redness and visible blood vessels.
It is not known what causes these abnormalities. However, damage of the skin matrix (collagen) by sunlight may be responsible for dilation of skin vessels which leads to redness, thread veins and inflammation.
Demodex folliculorum
Demodex folliculorum is a microscopic mite (tiny insect) that may contribute to rosacea. These mites usually live harmlessly on human skin, but higher numbers of mites have been found on people with rosacea. However, it is uncertain whether the mite is a cause or an effect of rosacea.
Helicobacter pylori bacteria
Helicobacter pylori bacteria, found in the digestive system, have been suggested as a possible cause of rosacea, although the link is not proven. The bacteria may stimulate production of a protein called bradykinin, known to cause blood vessels to expand.
Chemicals and ngested agents
Alcohol, caffeine, hot beverages, spicy foods, and medicines (such as amiodarone, topical steroids, oral steroids, and high doses of vitamins B-6 and B-12) may trigger flushing in patients with rosacea. However, there is no good quality evidence to support these factors as a cause of rosacea.
Genetics
Rosacea seems to run in families. However, it is not known which genes are involved or how they are passed on.
Triggers of rosacea
Most people who have rosacea notice certain triggers make their symptoms worse. Different people can have different triggers, but most commonly reported ones include:
exposure to sunlight
stress
hot weather
exposure to wind
strenuous exercise
alcohol
hot baths
cold weather
spicy foods
humidity
caffeine (found in tea, coffee and cola)
dairy products
acute (short-term) medical conditions, such as a cold or fever (high temperature)
chronic (long-term) medical conditions, such as high blood pressure (hypertension)
vasodilatory medicines, which are often used to treat high blood pressure
These factors are outlined below.
Blood vessel abnormalities
Many dermatologists (skin specialists) believe that abnormalities in the blood vessels of the face may be a major contributing factor for rosacea. This may explain symptoms of flushing, persistent redness and visible blood vessels.
It is not known what causes these abnormalities. However, damage of the skin matrix (collagen) by sunlight may be responsible for dilation of skin vessels which leads to redness, thread veins and inflammation.
Demodex folliculorum
Demodex folliculorum is a microscopic mite (tiny insect) that may contribute to rosacea. These mites usually live harmlessly on human skin, but higher numbers of mites have been found on people with rosacea. However, it is uncertain whether the mite is a cause or an effect of rosacea.
Helicobacter pylori bacteria
Helicobacter pylori bacteria, found in the digestive system, have been suggested as a possible cause of rosacea, although the link is not proven. The bacteria may stimulate production of a protein called bradykinin, known to cause blood vessels to expand.
Chemicals and ngested agents
Alcohol, caffeine, hot beverages, spicy foods, and medicines (such as amiodarone, topical steroids, oral steroids, and high doses of vitamins B-6 and B-12) may trigger flushing in patients with rosacea. However, there is no good quality evidence to support these factors as a cause of rosacea.
Genetics
Rosacea seems to run in families. However, it is not known which genes are involved or how they are passed on.
Triggers of rosacea
Most people who have rosacea notice certain triggers make their symptoms worse. Different people can have different triggers, but most commonly reported ones include:
exposure to sunlight
stress
hot weather
exposure to wind
strenuous exercise
alcohol
hot baths
cold weather
spicy foods
humidity
caffeine (found in tea, coffee and cola)
dairy products
acute (short-term) medical conditions, such as a cold or fever (high temperature)
chronic (long-term) medical conditions, such as high blood pressure (hypertension)
vasodilatory medicines, which are often used to treat high blood pressure
