My mum is 43 and has developed severely red cheeks as well as insomnia, anxiety and increased heart rate. what could it be?

Check medications: First assess all of the medications and food she has eaten recently to rule out an allergic reaction. The next step would be for her to talk through what is on her mind with a professional to reduce the worry and develop coping skills to better deal with anxiety in the future.

Lupus vs Rosacea : 2 distinctive diseases that can start with an intense red rash mainly at the cheeks. Usually in adults. Rosacea and systemic lupus erythematosus (sle). Both more common in women. Lupus tend to be associated with systemic symptoms like fatigue, fever, joint pain, loss weight, anxiety etc. Autoimmune disease that can attack any organ of your body. See your doctor soon.