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Bumps on my vaginal area, after my laser hair removal.

Potatoes21May 10, 2014
I had a laser hair removal done recently, it is my 3rd session, but since that last session I've noticed that I had some bumps that won't go away. They are not the red itchy bumps and neither do they have pus on them. They do not hurt or itch. It's like a permanent bump that grew after my laser. Can anyone tell me what it is? Can I freeze it off?

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Dr. Lee P. Laris, DO
Board Certified Dermatologist
Answered on May 13, 2014
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Melinda Lirag Lacerna-Kimbrell, MD, FACS

Your results will probably be minimal if you have treatments spaced out that far apart. I would wait until you are able to stay in one area and have a consistent set of treatments (4-6) about 4-6 weeks apart. 

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Hi ProdG.  Nothing in the photos appears concerning.  While the irritation does usually go away quickly after treatment, it could also be from shaving or ingrown hair.  In any case, it does not appear that you have any changes to the surface of the skin that would indicate a problem with the tr...

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I have had fabulous results with the Gentle Yag laser. It is painless and efficient. I would be cautious about who performs your laser hair removal. Please consult a board certified dermatologist for the best results. 

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