Rosacea

Examinations and Tests

Your doctor will diagnosis rosacea after a physical examination. You probably will not have medical tests unless the diagnosis is unclear. In that case, tests will rule out other conditions, such as lupus or a fungal infection.

During an examination, your doctor will check your eyes and the skin on your face, neck, and upper chest for any symptoms of rosacea. Tell your doctor when you first noticed symptoms and how often they occur. This information, along with your family history, is usually enough for a diagnosis.

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Author:	Douglas Dana Maria G. Essig, MS, ELS	Last Updated: September 11, 2007
Medical Review:	Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine Alexander H. Murray, MD, FRCPC - Dermatology
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