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Microcurrent or Thermage for Rosacea Treatment?
asked 3 years ago by Braetana in Washington State
Latest answer by Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD
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Tags: causes, risk
1 answer to Microcurrent or Thermage for Rosacea Treatment?
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No help but possible harm
Rosacea skin is very reactive. It seems to worsen with hot, cold and wind. I cannot see how the radiofrequency waves,, which are intended to damage the collagen of the dermis would in any way improve rosaea. The same would hold true for mild electic currents. It would seemd to be, logically, that these modalities could possibly worsen rosacea.
If this is being suggested by a dermatologist who is very experienced in dealing with rosacea, and this dermatologist feels it is a good idea...
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Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD
Virginia Beach Dermatologist
Virginia Beach Dermatologist