Oozing Skin from 2nd Pixel? (photo)

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My 2nd Pixel was way way worse than the my first(pain so bad my body wouldn't stop shaking). Im bleeding bad and I didn’t before and also have all these scabs they said not to pick but are coming off anytime I apply lotion or a soak. Is this normal? I’m extremely scared of scaring from all this blood and scabs. My results were really great the first time and also done by a didnt woman who is out for months for a broken femur. I'm extremely worried and scared. Please help, this doesnt seem norma

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Local wound care is important at this stage to minimize complications. Based on the depth of the treatment, we would recommend topical skin lighteners such as Melarase creams after treatment to reduce the risk of pigmentation of the skin. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles

Jordan C. Carqueville, MD · Answer

It is not uncommon to have pinpoint bleeding, scabs and oozing after a Pixel laser treatment.  I would recommend post-treatment vinegar/water soaks 4x daily, copious amounts of Aquaphor or Vaseline on a regular basis, and refraining from picking.  If you develop yellow crusts, excessive pain, fevers/chills, then you should call your doctor and start an antibiotic in case of bacterial infection.

Joshua L. Fox, MD · Answer

Hi there,

	Oozing and crusting is not uncommon after a Pixel laser treatment if aggressive settings were used.  In general, patients should be instructed to keep the area moist with a thick ointment such as Vaseline or Aquaphor and not pick the scabs off after the procedure.  If these scabs appeared suddenly or seem to be spreading, it could be an indication that you have a secondary viral or bacterial infection.  I recommend that you follow up with the physician who performed the procedure for an in-person evaluation.  We typically have patients follow-up every couple days after their procedure to make sure that their healing is on the right track.  The success of the Pixel procedure depends on both the patient and the physician administering the treatment.  Since significant risks are involved, it should only be performed by Board-Certified dermatologists or plastic surgeons who are experienced with the procedure.

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