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Help. CO2 full face laser. My face is swollen badly and blistering. Is this normal? (Photo)

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januaryrMay 15, 2016

The swelling is increasing by the hour. I'm on day 2. When I wash before I can even apply aquafor I'm blistering. I can't eat sleep or drink water. Should I go to the hospital?

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