Intense itchiness after second laser treatment! Lasic clinic suggested antihistamine cream. Any suggestions?

Question

I had my second laser treatment on full legs about 8 days ago and since then I’ve had severe, intense itchiness all over my legs. I called my laser clinic and they just said to apply antihistamine cream ?? I’ve been applying aloe Vera, hydrocortisone, but nothing helps. Any suggestions ?

Ramandeep Sidhu, MD · Answer

Itchiness is a common reaction after LHR, I  recommend a low dose antihistamine prior and post LHR it helps with edema and itchiness. But if the itchiness continues, contact a Dermatologist in your area.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Every so often, we do see a rash following laser hair removal. This is usually because of irritation of the hair follicles in the treated area, and this can be easily treated with a mild cortisone preparation. I suggest contacting your Dr. for a topical solution. Best, Dr. Emer

Paul Flashner, MD · Answer

Having itchiness after Laser Hair Removal is very common and products like hydrocortisone is a great way to help the itchiness . But what is happening is that your body is trying to push out all the dead hairs from the LHR treatment. So as simple as it sounds I find just a simple exfoliation every day in the treated area works best. This allows the hairs to push through the skin much easier revealing the itch sensation. Silkpeels which is a dermal infusion are also a great way to exfoliate the dead skin as well as having the hairs literally extracted.

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question! There may be some redness and irritation after a laser treatment.  You can use some hydrocortisone or antihistamine cream.  However, without examination, it's hard to tell whether it is normal or it is a treatment related incident.  Please have a physician examine the area.

Norman Gonzales, MD · Answer

There may be some redness and irritation after a laser treatment.  You can use some hydrocortisone or antihistamine cream.  However, without examination, it's hard to tell whether it is normal or it is a treatment related incident.  Please have a physician examine the area.  Good luck.
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Intense itchiness after second laser treatment! Lasic clinic suggested antihistamine cream. Any suggestions?

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