Hypopigmentation on Labia After Laser Hair Removal

Question

after my first session( one week ago) i was left with 2 burns on my labia. after 3 days they scabbed and left w white mark they look horrible in real like i have an infection. i have attached a photo . i need any advise on help on this matter as they are big marks. i want to know if it will look normal again or what can i do ?

Harold J. Kaplan, MD · Answer

Hi Hinder.  The lesion looks serious enough that it may require more medical care to heal correctly.  This might mean antibiotics for potential infection or just proper wound care instructions.

	As to whether or not the color will return, that depends on how well it heals, but we think that if properly cared for the color should return.  Go back to see the practitioner that did this treatment for direction.

Ron Shelton, MD · Answer

Your photograph is of such poor quality that I can not discern anything but your history indicates that you have had a complication to warrant you contacting your doctor and you should be seen to rule out an infection. There may be appropriate wound treatment that can help heal the erosion even if there is no infection and this can give you a better final result, so see a doctor, preferably a dermatologist.

Tracy Kuykendall, MD · Answer

I cannot see picture.

	Go see your DERMATOLOGIST

	After any infection is treated, there are several things to consider.

	1. Never have ANY laser done anywhere BUT a Dermatology or plastic surgery office. There are tons of spas around and they have no medical knowledge whatsoever. It is NOT worth it.

	2. Do NOT let anyone other than a reputable Dermatologist or plastic surgeon attempt to correct remaining dyspigmentation.

Fredrick A. Valauri, MD · Answer

While somewhat out of focus, the photos seems to show a raised pink area surrounding a yellow central area.

	This may represent a partial thickness burn which usually can be treated with local wound care. After only three days, this is unlikely to be infected as that usually occurs after 5-7 days.

	You should seek immediate consultation with a plastic surgeon who can evaulate and treat your condition. Her will also be able to advise you regarding changes in pigmentation due to burns from LASER hair removal.

Emily Altman, MD · Answer

The picture is not at all clear, so it's hard to make out exactly what is going on.  However, it looks like there is a yellow crust on the skin.  That may be a bacterial infection.

	I recommend you go see a dermatologist as soon as possible to have the infection treated as infections can lead to further scarring.

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