Although rosacea can affect anyone of any age, fair skinned adults between the ages of 30 and 50 are most likely to develop it. Since rosacea may be associated with menopause, women are affected more often than men and may notice an extreme sensitivity to cosmetics.
Rosacea
Causes & Prevention
Risk Factors and Tips for Preventing or Minimizing Rosacea
Submitted by Steve Ross on Sun, 01/28/2007 - 2:49pm.
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What Does It Mean When Medical Experts Say "Race" Is A Risk Factor For Certain Diseases?
Submitted by Steve Ross on Mon, 07/30/2007 - 6:06pm.
Editor's Note:
"Race" is sometimes mentioned as a risk factor in the development of certain cancers and a number of other diseases. When you read this in a discussion about an illness, note that the explanation seldom refers to anything biological. Instead, it usually refers to behavior, such as eating habits. The kinds of behavior usually mentioned as risk factors are culturally determined. They are not genetic or biological.
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