Flushing
Recurrent episodes of redness of the skin together with a sensation of warmth or burning of the affected areas of skin.
Conditions associated with flushing
The following conditions have been associated with flushing in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Aggressive systemic mastocytosis
Aggressive systemic mastocytosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
Alternating hemiplegia of childhood
Alternating hemiplegia of childhood is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and si...
Cushing disease
Cushing disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Cushing syndrome due to ectopic ACTH secretion
Cushing syndrome due to ectopic ACTH secretion is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
Cutaneous mastocytoma
Cutaneous mastocytoma is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Diffuse cutaneous mastocytosis
Diffuse cutaneous mastocytosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Exercise-induced malignant hyperthermia
Exercise-induced malignant hyperthermia is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms an...
Familial focal epilepsy with variable foci
Familial focal epilepsy with variable foci is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms...
Hereditary pheochromocytoma-paraganglioma
Hereditary pheochromocytoma-paraganglioma is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms ...
Maculopapular cutaneous mastocytosis
Maculopapular cutaneous mastocytosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and s...
Non-functioning paraganglioma
Non-functioning paraganglioma is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Paroxysmal hemicrania
Paroxysmal hemicrania is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Pediatric-onset Graves disease
Pediatric-onset Graves disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
SUNCT syndrome
SUNCT syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Sotos syndrome
Sotos syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Sporadic pheochromocytoma/secreting paraganglioma
Sporadic pheochromocytoma/secreting paraganglioma is a medical condition that may be associated with various s...
Systemic mastocytosis with associated hematologic neoplasm
Systemic mastocytosis with associated hematologic neoplasm is a medical condition that may be associated with ...
Tests providers may use to investigate flushing
When investigating flushing, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside flushing
Dysphagia
Difficulty in swallowing....
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Headache
Cephalgia, or pain sensed in various parts of the head, not confined to the area of distribution of any nerve....
Muscle weakness
Reduced strength of muscles....
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if flushing is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom flushing mean?
Flushing is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. Recurrent episodes of redness of the skin together with a sensation of warmth or burning of the affected areas of skin.
Which conditions are associated with flushing?
Flushing has been reported in association with 17 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Aggressive systemic mastocytosis, Alternating hemiplegia of childhood, Cushing disease, Cushing syndrome due to ectopic ACTH secretion, Cutaneous mastocytoma. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about flushing?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.