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Can Rosacea Patients Also Suffer From Seborrheic Dermatitis?

December 14th, 2007 Subscribe To Our Feed

If you are rosacea sufferer who also suffers from the skin disorder called Seborrheic Dermatitis, you have plenty of company. It is not uncommon for people with rosacea to have facial skin with the propensity to contract other skin diseases or disorders.

Seborrheic dermatitis is considered a chronic and recurring inflammatory skin condition that is characterized by a red, scaly or itchy rash. These symptoms are often found in the creases around the nose, the inner eyebrows or as dandruff on the scalp.

According to a study conducted by a noted dermatologist, rosacea is the most common facial skin disorder that overlaps with seborrheic dermatitis. In fact, it was found that 26 percent of rosacea patients had facial Seborrheic Dermatitis and 28 percent had the disorder on the scalp.

So, if you have noted what appears to be a different type of rash on your face(rather than a typical rosacea symptom), consider that the skin irritation could be Seborrheic Dermatitis. If you suspect that this may be the issue, a visit to your dermatologist is definitely in order.