Dear Doctor, i am 24 year male i have a small patch of vitiligo and i want to have laser hair removal for my chest and abdomen . is this dangerous for me or not?
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I have been using the Candela Gentle Lase for light skinned patients and the Gentle Yag for darker skin patients. Candela makes excellent lasers. It is most important to find a physician who is experienced with lasers for the best cosmetic results.
There is some redness after laser hair removal which subsides the same or next day. Make sure you consult with board certified dermatologist if pigmentation appear after the redness fades.
Hyperigmentation (brown spots) after laser is a complication best treated with time and bleach creams. It always goes away. I recommend HQRA cream 7% hydroquinone, Retin-A and hydrocortisone. A brand similar is Tri-Luma and it is used nightly unless irritation develops and then you can use it...