I had a Brazilian laser hair removal (5th session) two days ago, and very itchy, red and swollen. Any suggestions? (photo)

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I've tried Benadryl pills, daily Zyrtec, ice packs, hydracortisone and triamcinolone acetonide topical. Normally I am red, itchy but never SWOLLEN like this. Any suggestions or is this normal?

Patricia Yugueros, MD · Answer

Apply hydrocortisone and take Benadryl.  It should go away in a day or so. Let the technician know of your reaction so they don't increase the energy for your next treatment.

F. Victor Rueckl, MD (in memoriam) · Answer

Betamethasone cream will help but you will need a prescription for it. You got a good treatment but you should advise your technician of your result because going higher in energy will probably be too much and could result in a burn. Apply the betamethasone after cool water daily. "This answer has been solicited without seeing this patient and 
cannot be held as true medical advice, but only opinion. Seek in-person 
treatment with a trained medical professional for appropriate care."

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