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My face is red and there is pus after CO2 laser. Is this normal?

khannanbibiMar 7, 2018
I have done co2 laser two days ago. now, my face is reddish and there is a small puddle of pus. is it normal? doc gave me ointments for my sap 3 times a day.

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Dr. Carrie L. Morris, MD, FACS
Oculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
Answered on Mar 9, 2018
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