I had a PDT treatment performed 3 days ago. I have to say after reading about PDT and especially the reviews, I was very anxious. I have precancerous cells and after much delibertion, determined, I had no other choice but to undergo PDT. I did not find the treatment extremely painful(this is for all those who are considering it). I am in day 3 now and do have redness - I look like I have severe measels. I have followed my MD's orders exactly, have not gone outside nor near any light at all. I have applied cold compresses (especially when my skin feels so itchy and tingly) as well as various kinds of moisturizers. No pain - just odd discomfort. Certainly I can stand this. My purpose in writing this is to let those who are considering it to not be as afraid as I was. So far, so good. I will keep you informed.
Yes, They work in completely different ways and should compliment each other. Both can be somewhat drying, if so add a facial moisturizer for the dryness
Yes, if Tazorac is working for you 3 days on and 4 days off that is a safe and for you effective regimen. No need to use more often if the results you are currently getting are satisfactory. An old medical axiom is that the least amount of medication that gets the job done is always the safest amount
I commonly have patients use Azelex twice daily. Azelex and Tazorac together may be a little drying to the skin but is otherwise a safe combination and they can be used together