Hi Debby,

One of the biggest clues for rosacea is flushing, a history of
flushing, flushing lasting longer than it should. After awhile you
begin to retain a permanent redness. This is where I start in
questioning the pt. Hope this helps!

Dr Steve Johnson

--- In rosacea-support@yahoogroups.com, "Deborah" <debbyo@g...>
wrote:
> A few years ago, I went to a dermatologist to look at a suspicious
> mole. During that visit, he told me that I might have Rosacea. I
was
> surprised by his quick diagnosis. He really didn't look at me too
> closely, so I was wondering if he was 100% accurate in his
diagnosis.
> He gave me a few samples of Metro lotion and sent me on my way.
When
> I inquired at the pharmacy on how much I would have to pay for a
full
> bottle perscription (factoring in my insurance), I was very
surprised
> at how much this medication/lotion was!
>
> My son has an unrelated skin condition/disease that was confirmed
by a
> biopsy many years ago. My main question is: How can a person be
> definite of a true diagnosis without a biopsy or something of that
> nature?
>
> Please advise,
>
> Thanks and sincerely,
>
> Debby O