Rosacea is a chronic, non-contagious inflammatory skin condition that affects approximately 2-10% of adults. The condition is characterized by redness and flushing of the face, in particular, the cheeks, nose, and forehead. Symptoms are caused by the dilation of the surface blood vessels (capillaries) known as telangiectasia. As the condition progresses, patients may also develop pimple-like bumps, burning, stinging or dryness, swelling of the cheeks and nose and/or redness of the eyes. Rosacea can affect both males and females and typically appears between the ages of 30-50.