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Bump and Itchiness after Brazilian laser hair removal (Photo)

hhung10Feb 9, 2014
I had my first brazilian laser hair removal session last Tuesday, after a day or two, it starts to have those red bumps and itchiness on the bikini area. It hurts a bit when I pressed it, and there were some white spots as well. It is really annoying and I'm afraid it's burned or infected. Also the area is a bit dark as well. So far I've only put lotion on it. Shall I use any medical cream or gel to help it smooth down quickly? Shall I wait until the bump disappear to shave?

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Dr. Edward E. Dickerson, IV, MD
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