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- What is rosacea?
- Symptoms of rosacea
- Causes of rosacea
- Prevention of rosacea
- Risk factors for rosacea
- Complications of rosacea
- When to see a doctor about rosacea
- Diagnosis of rosacea
- Conventional treatment of rosacea
- Alternative/complementary treatment of rosacea
- Living with rosacea
- Caring for someone with rosacea
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Last reviewed: 14 October 2007 || Last updated: 5 February 2009
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To learn more, go to the following web sites:
- International Rosacea Foundation
- National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (USA)
- National Rosacea Society (USA)
- Clinical Trials for Rosacea (USA)
NOTE: Mega doses of any type of vitamin, mineral, amino acid or herbal supplement cannot cure illnesses and in fact can be very dangerous and produce toxic side effects and interfere with medicine you are taking. Always ensure you consult your doctor before taking any type of complementary supplements.
Disclaimer: This guide is not intended to be used for diagnostic or prescriptive purposes. For any treatment or diagnosis of illness, please see your doctor.
