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Will laser resurfacing cause my ocular shingles to reoccur? (Photo)

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zuzu72May 29, 2019
I had shingles around my left eye app 2 years ago. Would it be too risky to have laser resurfacing of my face? I also had terrible acne as a teen. I also have cardiac arrhythmia, controlled with meds. If laser would be too risky, what would be my next best option to help me with the red ruddiness of my complexion? I am 69 years old, otherwise in good health.

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Dr. Fredric A. Stern, MD, FACS
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