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Active FX for Poikiloderma?

asked 2 years ago by RFM2010 in home
Latest answer by William Ting, MD
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Tags: hyperpigmentation, poikiloderma of civatte

Does Actve FX work for permanent clearing of poikiloderma?

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Poikiloderma challenging to treat and Fractional CO2 laser resurfacing on neck must be conservative

Poikiloderma by definition involves skin atrophy, hyperpigmentation, hypopigmentaiton and redness, most commonly on the neck, due to prior sun damage. This is one of the most difficult skin blemish to treatment. In the past, treatment with IPL or photofacial has been disappointing. While fractional CO2 laser can be helpful, one should not expect permanent clearing and if performed by a phyisician who may be too aggressive and not familiar with skin physiology and wound care of the neck, you... more
William Ting, MD

Bay Area Dermatologic Surgeon

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