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Laser Removal For Cystic Acne Scars On Back And Chest?

asked 8 months ago by sarsipius in Seattle, WA
Latest answer by Richard Ort, MD
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Tags: back, chest, cystic acne, laser, options

I have numerous raised scars on my chest and back from deep cystic acne. I was considering a tattoo to cover them up, but am curious about the advancement of lasers treatment or other procedures in the Seattle area.

2 answers to Laser Removal For Cystic Acne Scars On Back And Chest?

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Raised Acne Scars

The raised scars may represent hypertrophic scars or keloids and the best treatment is likely not laser but intralesional injections of Kenalog (a type of cortisone). 5-fluorouracil can also be used to inject hypertrophic scars and keloids. Typically raised, hard acne scars are relatively easy to flatten and soften with injections.
Richard Ort, MD

Lone Tree Dermatologic Surgeon
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Don't do Tattoos, it may make it worse. Treat the scars!

If the scars are raised, you may have hypertrophic scars or keloid scars. If so, fractional ablative or nonablative laser treatments combined with cortisone injections will often work well. For severe raised, lumpy scars, multiple treatments may be necessary.
Mark Taylor, MD

Salt Lake City Dermatologic Surgeon

www.gatewaylasercenter.com

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