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How far apart should Yag laser treatments be?

annemarieconnorMay 16, 2018
Hi, if just had yag lazer treatment at my hospital for rosecea veins and redness around my nose they did a test patch on nose and chin i have purple bruising, they have made me another appointment in 8 weeks time should appointment be that far away?

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