I had a wide local excision done on my wrist 3 years ago to remove a mole diagnosed as a possible melanoma in situ, leaving about a one-inch scar. The area around the wrist remains pink and turns red to purple-ish during exercise, although it blanches under pressure and in the shower. I am wondering if Vbeam laser treatments can remove the discoloration at this point, or if I waited too long. At a followup last year, the surgeon told me the scar had reached its final appearance. Thanks.
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Answer: Hidef Treatment of Red Scars, Post-Inflammatory Erythema, and Skin Blushing
I appreciate your question. In my practice, we offer a variety of lasers, including vascular devices that target concerns like venous lakes safely and effectively. One of the best options is the Vbeam, which we perform regularly. However, an in-person assessment would help me determine whether...
Our protocol for hyper-erythematous redness uses a combination of lasers and Nanofractional RF to help reduce localized and perfuse hypervascularity in the skin. We begin with an evaluation of the redness and evaluate the cause of the hypervascularity. Treatments with Limelight IPL, Vbeam...
Our protocol for hyper-erythematous redness uses a combination of lasers and Nanofractional RF to help reduce localized and perfuse hypervascularity in the skin. We begin with an evaluation of the redness and evaluate the cause of the hypervascularity. Treatments with Limelight IPL, Vbeam...
