Hi Docs, I have a scheduled Active FX procedure for next week, and part of the aftercare is Prednisone 10 mg 3 times per day for 3 days. There is a part of me that wonders if this will impede results? Doesn't the inflammation stimulate the growth factors and collagen production? Thanks in advance!
December 20, 2013
Answer: Prednisone after Active FX Allergic reactions, prolonged redness, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation are all things we try to avoid post-laser, and the reason for prescribing a short course of steroid. A medrol dosepak or several day of prednisone should not affect your overall metabolism or prevent the "good healing" that contributes to your final result.
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December 20, 2013
Answer: Prednisone after Active FX Allergic reactions, prolonged redness, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation are all things we try to avoid post-laser, and the reason for prescribing a short course of steroid. A medrol dosepak or several day of prednisone should not affect your overall metabolism or prevent the "good healing" that contributes to your final result.
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September 4, 2015
Answer: Prednisone following laser resurfacing
Prednisone is not absolutely necessary following laser resurfacing, but it does limit post operative facial swelling and itching, and should not cause problems at such a low dose for such a short period of time.
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September 4, 2015
Answer: Prednisone following laser resurfacing
Prednisone is not absolutely necessary following laser resurfacing, but it does limit post operative facial swelling and itching, and should not cause problems at such a low dose for such a short period of time.
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