Rosacea, a chronic skin disorder consisting of redness and bumps, primarily affects the face but may show up on the neck, chest or scalp. Rosacea typically develops after the age of 30 and can become progressively worse with age. The primary signs of rosacea are persistent flushing, redness, bumps, pimples and visible blood vessels. Additionally, the skin can appear to be dry or thick and may swell, burn or sting.
Step 1
Ask your current physicians or any specialists that you see for a recommendation. Doctors often work within a network; if you see more than one doctor or are receiving treatment for several different medical conditions, it can be beneficial to have all or most of your doctors in the same network, so they are able to more easily communicate.
Step 2
Contact specialty dermatological organizations, such as the National Rosecea Society or Rosecea.org, which can refer you to local dermatologists that specialize in rosacea. These organizations also can provide information or tips about living with rosacea, its causes and the various treatment options.
Step 3
Find a roacea support group in your area. Since rosacea occurs on your face and is difficult to conceal, it can be a cumbersome condition to live with. Many hospitals and medical centers offer support groups for such conditions, so that patients can meet others who are going through the same thing. People in your support group may be able to recommend competent dermatologists.
Step 4
Ask other people who suffer from difficult dermatological conditions for a recommendation. Someone who is going through a similar experience may be able to point you in the right direction.
