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Bleeding Normal After Fraxel CO2 Laser Treatment? (photo)
asked 6 months ago by Suzie_2011 in Sterling, VA
Latest answer by Vivek Bansal, MD
Question viewed 478 times
Tags: 1 day post-op, bleeding, co2 laser, normal, worried
I just had Fraxel CO2 done this morning. My face started bleeding 5 to 6 hours after it's done. Is it normal? I'm really worry. I'm starting a new job in 10 days. This is not what I'm expected. Please advise. Thanks!
3 answers to Bleeding Normal After Fraxel CO2 Laser Treatment? (photo)
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Healing will be complete after Fraxel Repair in about 5-7 days
What you are experiencing is entirely normal and will likely not happen after 1-2 days of healing. When you start your new job in 8 days you can expect some residual redness/pinkness and flushing but all this should be easily covered with makeup.
Elizabeth F. Rostan, MD
Charlotte Dermatologist
Charlotte Dermatologist
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Fraxel Laser
Expect bleeding for the first 12-24 hours. The bleeding should subside. If you don’t bleed a little, the treatment was probably too superficial.
Vivek Bansal, MD
Danville Plastic Surgeon
Danville Plastic Surgeon
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Bleeding after Fraxel?
I agree. You will likely be fine for your new job. Perhaps you should have been better informed as to what to expect after your procedure. But relax.