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Who is affected by rosacea
About 14 million people in the United States have rosacea, a very common skin condition.1
Rosacea:
- Usually begins between the ages of 30 and 60.
- Is more common in women, but the severe cases are more common in men.
- Is most common in people with fair skin, including those of northern and eastern European descent (such as Celtic, English, and Scottish), although it can occur with any skin color.
| By: | Healthwise Staff | Last Revised: July 14, 2009 |
| Medical Review: | Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine Alexander H. Murray, MD, FRCPC - Dermatology | |
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