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Rosacea Rosacea has multiple phases, beginning with flushing of the skin, followed by redness, followed by the development of small blood vessels visible in the skin. The�later stage is exhibited by�the red blisters on this person's�cheeks, nose, forehead, and chin. Underlying redness and small blood vessels are also seen.

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| Review Date: 4/28/2006 Reviewed By: Michael Lehrer, M.D., Department of Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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