Baltimore Active FX doctors

Margaret Weiss, MD Margaret Weiss, MD
Baltimore Dermatologist
54 Scott Adam Rd Suite 301, Baltimore
1 answer
Eric Chang, MD Eric Chang, MD
Baltimore Plastic Surgeon
8860 Columbia 100 Parkway Suite 206, Columbia
Karen Beasley, MD Karen Beasley, MD
Baltimore Dermatologic Surgeon
54 Scott Adam Rd Suite 301, Baltimore
Yelena Frankel, MD Yelena Frankel, MD
Baltimore Dermatologic Surgeon
54 Scott Adam Rd # 301, Baltimore
Robert A. Weiss, MD Robert A. Weiss, MD
Baltimore Dermatologic Surgeon
54 Scott Adam Rd Suite 301, Hunt Valley

Recent Answers

Washing Face with Hydrogen Peroxide and Water After Active FX?

I just realized that the slight infected smell is coming from my cheeks and I can't reach my doctor right now--perhaps not for the whole weekend.

I just want to know: is it safe to wash my face with a mixture of hydrogen peroxide and water?

I'm concerned about possible scarring as a result of infection, but right now, aside from the persistent redness, everything looks the way my doctor described it.

A: Hydrogen peroxide may damage freshly lasered skin

Hydrogen peroxide is too harsh too use on skin that's just been lasered. I suggest instead to use a dilute solution of white vinegar 1 part to 10 parts clean water, do a cool compress with that for 5 - 10 minutes 2 to 3 times a day. Call your doctor even if it the weekend to see if you need an antibiotic. If you can't reach your doctor then go to an urgent care center to see if you need an antibiotic.

Margaret Weiss, MD
Baltimore Dermatologist
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