Toronto Dermatologists

Is it True that Laser Hair Removal on the Bikini Area Would Cause Sensation Loss?

i'm planning to get a hair removal on bikini area but i have heared that using laser on those area would cause a sense of frustration from their inability to feel sensation, pleasure, or sexual pleasure from vaginal-penile intercourse

Laser hair removal in the bikini area should not lead to any long-lasting changing in sensation in the area.

Anatoli Freiman, MD

Toronto Dermatologist

The Left Vein on my Neck Becomes Visible when I Am Talking, Can it Be Removed? (photo)

When I am speaking normally, it will come out. Only my left, not my right. I am 16, female, slim, and healthy. I have a somewhat bad posture with my shoulders and back area. Every once in a while, I get irregular heartbeats for 2 seconds. Do they affect how my neck vein shows? Is there any surgery I can get to hide my neck vein? I am very insecure about it. Please please reply as soon as possible, thank you.

This neck vein is part of normal anatomy, and shouldn't be removed.  Hopefully you can try to accept it.

Anatoli Freiman, MD

Toronto Dermatologist

How Successful is Keloid Removal, What are Chances of it Returning? (photo)

I have a keloid on my ankle that has been there for about ten years or so. It is the size of a quarter. I have heard about keloids resurfacing after removal. How successful do you think it would be for me? Thank you in advance!

First off, a keloid on the ankle would be very unusual, in fact unusual below the waist in generaly. This is likely a hypertrophic scar. Intralesional cortisone can be helpful, silicone gel sheeting can help a little, and a variety of lasers may help somewhat. Best to see your dermatologist to discuss the best treatment plan once the scar can be inspected properly for thickness, colouration etc.

Benjamin Barankin, MD

Toronto Dermatologist