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Skin blushing/flushing

Skin blushing/flushing

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Definition:

Skin blushing or flushing is a sudden reddening of the face, neck, or upper chest.

Alternative Names:
Blushing; Flushing; Red face
Considerations:

Blushing is a normal body response that may occur when you are embarrassed, angry, excited, or experiencing some other strong emotion.

Flushing of the face may also be associated with certain medical conditions.

Common Causes:
Home Care:

Try to avoid the things that cause your blushing. For example, you may need to avoid hot drinks, spicy food, extremes of temperature, and bright sunlight.


Review Date: 4/16/2007
Reviewed By: Michael S. Lehrer, M.D., Department of Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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