Possible Causes for facial redness Rosacea Typically, rosacea is characterized by facial redness and flushing. [news-medical.net] Physicians are often presented with patients complaining of facial redness and difficult to control rosacea. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] redness and erythematotelangiectatic rosacea. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Actinic Keratosis A typical feature of facial non-pigmented AK is a composite pattern named "strawberry pattern", characterized by a background erythema/red pseudonetwork consisting of unfocused [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Bush used Efudex for his facial AKs and was photographed with a red, irritated face. [medicinenet.com] A typical feature of facial non‐pigmented AK is a composite pattern named “strawberry pattern”, characterized by a background erythema/red pseudonetwork consisting of unfocused [doi.org] Sunburn Ludwig Kürten and Uwe Schmidt of the University of Bonn have brought vampire bats into the lab and shown that they can detect the infra red radiation emitted from living human [scientificamerican.com] Many species of bat have a facial structure called a nose leaf, which is thought to aid in the echolocation of prey, but only vampire bats have a set of three nasal pits surrounding [scientificamerican.com] Food Allergy Reported food-related symptoms of patients may sometimes be misleading. A correct delineation of food-induced symptoms is often difficult and various differential diagnoses have to be considered. We report on two cases of food-induced, predominantly respiratory symptoms (in one case life-threatening) in children[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Chronic Alcoholism Vascular effects of alcohol Facial redness One of the earliest signs of alcohol abuse is a persistently red face due to enlarged blood vessels (telangiectasia). [dermnetnz.org] Vascular effects of alcohol Facial redness One of the earliest signs of alcohol abuse is a persistently red face due to enlarged blood vessels ( telangiectasia ). [dermnetnz.org] Obesity Please log in to edit this article. Edit Synonyms: adipositas, adiposity German : Adipositas, Fettleibigkeit, Fettsucht, Obesitas 1 Definition Obesity is defined as an excessive increase in body fat. The threshold from being overweight to being obese lies at a body mass index (BMI) of 30. Today, obesity is not considered[…] [flexikon.doccheck.com] Morbid Obesity Morbid obesity is associated with liver pathology, most commonly non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) leading to cirrhosis. However, the morbid obesity impedes qualification for organ transplantation. We present a case report of a 56-year-old woman who underwent bariatric procedure followed by liver transplantation[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Spontaneous globe luxation is a rarely reported condition which can lead to complications like optic neuropathy. Common causes are thyroid eye disease, shallow orbit and floppy eyelid syndrome. We report a case of spontaneous globe luxation with the onset and severity associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Erysipelas The underlying skin is painful, intensely red, hardened (indurated), swollen, and warm. Facial erysipelas classically involve the cheeks and the bridge of the nose. [lymphedemapeople.com] red, swollen and hot to the touch, with clear boundaries inflammatory skin focus (Figures 1-3). [infectious-diseases-and-treatment.imedpub.com] Rarely, a red streak extending to the lymph node can be observed. [drugsdetails.com] Drug Hypersensitivity DHS is classically associated with facial, and often hand and foot, edema. [cancertherapyadvisor.com] […] edema, lymphadenopathy, pharyngitis, oral ulcers, and organ dysfunction (hepatic, renal, or hematologic).9,11,17 The erythematous rash ranges in color from mild pink to deep red [uspharmacist.com] Skin findings Morbilliform (measles-like) eruption of red macules and papules, which often coalesce. [cancertherapyadvisor.com] Renal Cell Carcinoma Figure 1: (a) Clinical image showing a tan-red exophytic, lobulated mass of the maxillary anterior facial gingiva. [jomfp.in] Drug Eruptions A DRESS rash looks red and often begins on the face and upper body. Accompanying symptoms are severe and can involve the internal organs. [healthline.com] […] edema, lymphadenopathy, pharyngitis, oral ulcers, and organ dysfunction (hepatic, renal, or hematologic).9,11,17 The erythematous rash ranges in color from mild pink to deep red [uspharmacist.com] They include: fever swollen lymph nodes facial swelling burning pain and itchy skin flu-like symptoms organ damage Drugs that can cause DRESS include: anticonvulsants allopurinol [healthline.com] Recurrent Pulmonary Embolism Abstract Sixty-nine patients (37.5%) presented recurrent pulmonary embolic phenomena. Of these, 62 patients underwent interruption of the inferior vena cava by total surgical ligature (11 patients) or partial interruption by means of a transvenous Mobin-Uddin umbrella filter (51 patients). The mortality was 0.9% in[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Hereditary Renal Cell Carcinoma OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this article is to discuss the histopathologic features, genetics, clinical presentation, and imaging of hereditary renal cancer syndromes. CONCLUSION: Hereditary renal cell carcinoma syndromes can be diagnosed with a pattern-based approach focused on the predominant histologic renal cell[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Patients may have a distinctive pattern of facial redness and oral lesions. [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com] Over half of the patients with SLE develop a characteristic red, flat facial rash over the bridge of their nose. [web.archive.org] Over half of the people with SLE develop a characteristic red, flat facial rash over the bridge of their nose. [medicinenet.com] Anaphylaxis Typical symptoms and signs may include: Facial swelling, including swelling of the lips and eyelids Swollen tongue Swollen throat Reddening of skin across the body Hives [betterhealth.vic.gov.au] red welts) appearing across the skin Abdominal discomfort or pain Vomiting Strained or noisy breathing Inability to talk or hoarseness Wheezing or coughing Drop in blood pressure [betterhealth.vic.gov.au] Hepatocellular Carcinoma Exp Mol Pathol. 2017 Oct;103(2):200-203. doi: 10.1016/j.yexmp.2017.09.004. Epub 2017 Sep 20. Author information 1 Harbor UCLA Medical Center, Department of Pathology, 1000 West Carson Street, Torrance, CA 90502, United States. Electronic address: jlu3@dhs.lacounty.gov. 2 Department of Radiology, 1000 West Carson[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Carcinoid Tumor redness, abdominal pain and diarrhea). [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] These include: Facial flushing (redness and warm feeling) Severe diarrhea Wheezing Fast heartbeat Many people find that factors such as stress, heavy exercise, and drinking [cancer.org] People with carcinoid syndrome may experience: Facial flushing (heat and redness) Diarrhea Intestinal pain and cramping Asthma and wheezing Heart palpitations In order to [mainlinehealth.org] Urticaria Abstract Background The cause and pathogenesis of chronic urticaria are still poorly understood. IgE‐independent reactions, are common in adult patients with chronic urticaria, who have daily spontaneous occurrence of weals. H 1 ‐receptor antagonists (antihistamines) are the major class of therapeutic agents used[…] [doi.org] Myeloproliferative Disease The myeloproliferative disorders comprise a group of related diseases, including polycythemia vera, essential thrombocythemia, chronic myelogenous leukemia, myelofibrosis, and myeloid metaplasia. An increase in circulating platelets is associated with thrombotic phenomena affecting the arterial and venous circulation. In[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is one of the most common types of poisoning and the leading cause of death by poisoning worldwide. Cardiac injury caused by CO poisoning has been little described despite being a predictor of poor prognosis. We present the case of a healthy 24-year-old woman, admitted to our[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Polycythemia Vera […] skin redness reddish-purplish color on hands and feet heavy sweating These symptoms can also be mistaken for other conditions. [healthline.com] After seven days, clinical features included a diffuse facial erythrodermatous eruption with fine desquamation, slight periorbital edema and cheilitis. [peertechz.com] […] possible signs and symptoms of PV include: blurred or double vision headaches congestion fatigue itching weight loss burning sensation in the skin, especially in hands and feet facial [healthline.com] Pituitary Cushing Syndrome Facial redness (plethora). Proximal muscle weakness. Stretch marks (striae) - especially if reddish purple and more than 1 cm wide. [patient.info] Iatrogenic Cushing Syndrome The most common symptoms and signs of excess levels of cortisol in the body are obesity, facial plethora (facial redness), violaceous abdominal striae (purple or bluish stripes [britannica.com] […] plethora, rounded face, buffalo-hump Signs of protein wasting: thin skin, abdominal purple to red and wide cutaneous striae (abdomen, flanks, breasts, hips, axillae), easy [ojrd.biomedcentral.com] […] characteristics Hypercortisolic state may include several clinical signs[ 5, 6 ] Obesity: obesity with centripetal fat deposition (face, supraclavicular and dorso-cervical fat pads), facial [ojrd.biomedcentral.com] Ayerza Syndrome Also found in: Dictionary. n. Sclerosis of the pulmonary arteries in chronic cor pulmonale, caused by primary pulmonary arteriosclerosis or primary pulmonary hypertension. It is associated with severe cyanosis. Also called cardiopathia nigra. Full browser ? Ayer's Rock Ayer, Alfred Jules Ayer, Edward Everett Ayer,[…] [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com] Superior Vena Cava Syndrome […] swelling stridor or wheezing nausea lightheadedness red skin on the chest or neck Superior vena cava syndrome in children Although rare, superior vena cava syndrome in children [medicalnewstoday.com] […] include a combination of the following: coughing difficulty breathing or swallowing hoarseness chest pain coughing up blood swollen veins in the neck or chest arm swelling facial [medicalnewstoday.com] Congenital Erythropoietic Porphyria The amniotic liquid can be red because of the high content of porphyries. [flipper.diff.org] Red colored urine may be passed from early childhood. [tmg.org.rs] Facial features and fingers may be lost through phototoxic damage as well as infection. Ipertricosis and alteration of pigmentation are common. [flipper.diff.org] Erythrocytosis We report a case of 53-years-old woman presented with androgenic alopecia, hirsutism, facial redness and hoarse voice. [endocrine-abstracts.org] However, as the red cell mass increases, they develop a ruddy or florid facial complexion. [accessmedicine.mhmedical.com] Facial, conjunctival and mucous membrane plethora, and palmar erythema are other nonspecific consequences of erythrocytosis. [cancertherapyadvisor.com] Facial Seborrhea Angie C, Wichita Kansas Click here to see my Facial Redness Relief Kits. [drbaileyskincare.com] Not least because it is also superb at combatting facial redness, rosacea and acne – conditions I suffer from as well as seb derm. [dandruffdeconstructed.com] Key Points About Seborrheic Dermatitis Seborrheic dermatitis is a type of eczema, most often causing facial redness, skin dryness or dandruff/scalp itchiness. [draxe.com] Secondary Polycythemia Facial, conjunctival and mucous membrane plethora, and palmar erythema are other nonspecific consequences of erythrocytosis. [oncologynurseadvisor.com] Hypertension is common to all forms of erythrocytosis if red cell mass expansion is extreme but may also point to a renal cause. [oncologynurseadvisor.com]
