Clinical Diagnosis · Integumentary System · Medium
Rosacea
Meaning: A chronic facial skin condition causing flushing, persistent redness, visible blood vessels and sometimes pustules.
In practice: Her facial flushing worsened with alcohol and spicy food, typical of rosacea.
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