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Itching After Full Face CO2 Laser Resurfacing - Wichita, KS

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Updated 16 Dec 2009
Posted 14 Dec 2009
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Spent: $3,000 in Wichita, KS

Co2 laser has the best results, but it has a higher risk and recovery. I used a Board Certified Physician that I trusted. I did the necessary research and I felt confident that it was a good decision for me.

After 13 days I am very satisfied. I have smooth skin and the wrinkles under my eyes are gone. Mineral Make-up is a must. Redness will be persistent for many months.

It was not a cake walk. It requires at least 7-10 days out of the public eye and willingness to look down right awful for quite a few days. Make sure that you have everything you need at your house before your procedure; you will not want to have to make a drug store run, believe me.

I had CO2 laser, full face on December 1, 2009. I am 13 days post and I am so itchy! I have tried Atarax, makes me sleepy but helps for a little while. I have also tried benadryl cream; also helps a little. My skin does not look extra dry. I am leaving scratches on my face when I sleep and I am going crazy during the day. I do not have a rash of any type. I need to know how long will this last or what treatments could ease the itching. Thank You

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Amy M. Sprole, MD

My Doctor: Amy M. Sprole, MD

My rating:
She is the only woman PS in Wichita area. She is very knowledgeable and confident. I felt I had made a good decision
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Sigmund L. Sattenspiel, MD (239 posts) 24 Dec 2009
Question:Itching after full face C02 laser resurfacing. Answer: Itching following C02 laser resurfacing of the face is common at 1 to 2 weeks. I often treat this itching with a mild hydrocortisone cream. On the other hand,when there is severe itching in ssociation with an accentuated redness, there may be an underlying monilial fungal infection that can easily be treated. It is important to have this itching evaluated by your treating doctor and appropriately addressed. It is important to avoid scratching as this may produce scars.
rkchez (13 posts) 15 Dec 2010
I had fractional co2 on 11/18/10 and experienced severe itching as well. It started around day 3 and continued for about a week and a half. I took benadryl and used hydrocortisone cream with minimal relief. I did not scratch the areas for fear of irritation but rubbed gently. I was beginning to wonder if I had an infection but the itching eventually stopped. Honestly, the itching was the worst part....it drove me nuts!!
monk (1 post) 28 Sep 2011

I had a co2 cool laser yesterday,the redness is gone but i have spots of brusing wher the laser hit,around 10 or so.what shoild I do or does it just take time,and how much time.thank you

Skin girl (16 posts) 27 Nov 2011
Hi Wichita girl,
I just wanted to say your face looks fabulous! Thanks for sharing your pics with us.
Skin girl
Wichita Girl (3 posts) 27 Nov 2011
Thanks! It has been two years now. I just had a V peel. to keep the results. Very happy still! My neck lift did not maintain the initial results, however. I am not happy with that.

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