Board-Certified Dermatologist | 34+ Years Experience
Rosacea is a common skin condition that can cause persistent facial redness, flushing, visible blood vessels, bumps, and irritation. Symptoms can vary from person to person and may change over time.
At Yolanda C. Holmes, M.D., P.C., Dr. Holmes provides personalized evaluation and treatment for rosacea in Washington, DC. As a board-certified dermatologist with more than 34 years of experience and a focus on skin of color, Dr. Holmes considers each patient's symptoms, skin characteristics, and individual concerns when developing a treatment plan.
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=Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that most commonly affects the face. It may cause redness, flushing, visible blood vessels, bumps, and sometimes irritation or burning.
Rosacea can look different from one person to another, and symptoms may come and go or become more persistent over time.
Not everyone with rosacea experiences all of these symptoms.
Rosacea symptoms can sometimes worsen in response to certain triggers. Common triggers may include:
Triggers vary from person to person. Identifying individual triggers can be helpful when managing symptoms.
Rosacea can occur in people of all skin tones. In patients with darker skin, redness and other visual signs may be less obvious, which can sometimes make rosacea more difficult to recognize.
Dr. Holmes considers the patient's individual skin characteristics and symptoms when evaluating facial redness, bumps, irritation, and other concerns that may resemble rosacea.
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Rosacea and acne can sometimes look similar because both conditions may cause bumps and redness. However, they are different skin conditions and may require different treatment approaches.
A dermatologist can help determine whether your symptoms are related to rosacea, acne, or another skin condition.
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Consider scheduling an evaluation if you experience:
Rosacea is generally diagnosed through a dermatologic examination and discussion of your symptoms and medical history.
Dr. Holmes may consider when your symptoms began, what triggers them, which areas are affected, and whether you have tried any previous treatments.
Because several skin conditions can cause facial redness or bumps, an evaluation can help determine the most appropriate diagnosis and treatment approach.
Treatment for rosacea depends on the type and severity of symptoms and the individual patient's needs.
Depending on the presentation, treatment may include prescription medications, skin-care recommendations, lifestyle or trigger management, or procedures that address persistent redness or visible blood vessels.
Dr. Holmes will evaluate your skin and recommend an individualized approach based on your symptoms and treatment goals.
Rosacea is often managed over time rather than treated with a single approach. Following your dermatologist's treatment plan, protecting your skin from the sun, using gentle skin-care products, and identifying personal triggers may help manage symptoms.
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Board-Certified Dermatologist
with 34+ years experience
Specialized Expertise
in treating skin of color
Individualized Treatment Plans
based on your symptoms and goals
Comprehensive Evaluation
considering triggers and skin characteristics
Convenient Location
1737 20th Street NW, Washington, DC
Recognized
2025 Best Dermatologist in Dupont Circle
Dr. Yolanda C. Holmes is a board-certified dermatologist with more than 34 years of experience serving patients in Washington, DC.
Dr. Holmes takes an individualized approach to evaluating facial redness, bumps, irritation, and other symptoms that may be associated with rosacea. She considers each patient's skin characteristics, symptoms, concerns, and treatment goals when developing a treatment plan.
With a focus on skin of color, Dr. Holmes considers how skin conditions may present differently across skin tones.
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If you're experiencing persistent redness, flushing, bumps, or irritation, a dermatology evaluation can help determine whether rosacea may be contributing to your symptoms and what treatment options may be appropriate.
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