Dermatologist that is! Unfortunately during the appointment I had little flushing but did have some slight bumps on my cheeks (unusual for me). I felt overheated and sweaty on and off all day.

I decided to address the facial flushing and cranial sweating first, which the dermatologist explained is often caused by an overactive sympathetic nervous system and that, in turn, regular flushing can cause rosacea.

Have not yet mentioned the link with mild angioedema and urticaria on my hands, especially the four smallest fingers. For this I am currently taking an antihistamine – cetirizine – which also seems to help the flushing somewhat. This could suggest mild histamine intolerance.

To rule out underlying health issues bloodwork was ordered

Also a twenty four hour urine test for

The bloodwork has all been done a couple of times before and was normal. If everything comes back normal this time I will be prescribed low dose beta blocker (propranolol) which I have taken previously for anxiety. I can’t really get my head around how this might fit with neurogenic rosacea since I have mental health diagnoses but no issues with pain.

Next appointment should be in about a month!

Jen Justjen