Most of us view a big, red, globular nose as a sign of alcoholism, and we may be right. However, an equal number of teetotalers have this condition, which is medically known as RHINOPHYMA but is commonly referred to as BULBOUS NOSE. A bulbous nose is actually a severe, though relatively rare, form of rosacea.
People with this condition usually have other nasal signs, such as excess or thickened nose skin. Because of the increase number of oil glands in the nose, another sign of rhinophyma is waxy, greasy, yellow skin.
Although bulbous nose is medically benign, its unsightliness can cause embarrassment and social problems. Plastic surgey is an option, but the condition may return.
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