Can I do microneedling if I have psoriasis?

Question

I have had a small (1") patch of psoriasis in my scalp for most of my life. It's never expanded to other areas but I'm always wary with new skin treatments. Is it safe to do microneedling on my face if I don't have psoriasis there (never have) but am prone to it?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

If you have psoriasis and the microneedling will be done in a totally different area, it should be safe. I always combine prp and lasers to microneedling in order to get better outcomes. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. Best, Dr. Emer

Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended · Answer

Google the word Koebner. This means psoriasis can appear in areas of trauma, including micro needling. However, if you are seeing a dermatologist, even if psoriasis does appear, we would know how to manage. As with Dr Emer, I only perform micro needling with PRP. All the best, Dr Davin S. Lim. Brisbane Dermatologist. Australia.

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