If a patient has a known history of Herpes Simplex 1 and elects to have laser resurfacing using ablative and fractional techniques, what is the standard for pre and post medication and follow-up? There seems to be a lot of confusing information out there. If a patient does, in fact, experience a herpes flare-up, could it be due to inadequate pre-medication and post-medication? I am searching for some " standard of practice". The laser procedure was performed by an RN.
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Liquid nitrogen is one method of treating an age spot. The area will be puffy and darker for several days. Keep it moist with Vaseline and covered. It will take about 2 weeks to heal. Please protect the area from the sun to prevent repigmentation.
Thank you for your question. At 7 months, the IPL laser may be effective to calm redness if your skin type is safe for that device. Also, a review of your skin care routine will be helpful to eliminate any irritating products on your skin. Be certain to be under the supervision of a board...
It appears that you have hypopigmentation (lighter skin) on your face from the laser resurfacing. Unfortunately, this is likely permanent. It is very difficult to restore pigmentation on the face. I would recommend treating the neck with IPL, chemical peels, or other treatments to try to...