Laser treatment stopped my periods. How is this possible?

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I had laser hair treatment on my bikini area twice now. The first time my period was late and very dark. The second time my period is very late. I. Am definitely not pregnant and before this I was regular. I have also read reviews by people online saying they became infertile or their periods stopped too. However Dr's and my clinic keep on saying it should only penetrate the hair follicle yet this is not my experience. I am worried now. I feel like I was not told the truth. Have I killed my cells?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

No, this is unlikely this negatively impacted your period. Diode, alexandrite and yag lasers work best. It will take a series of treatments to get improvement. Please see an expert for an evaluation and about the skincare products.
Best, Dr. Emer.

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

The wavelength of light energy does not penetrate deeply enough to affect body organs.  A variety of factors can affect your menstrual cycle, so it is difficult to assess without an in-person consultation. If you remained concerned I would recommend you visit your doctor or gynecologist to figure out what is causing your irregularity.

Selena Lantry, MD · Answer

In my experience, I have not heard of a laser hair removal treatment affecting a patient’s period.  The wavelength of light energy does not penetrate deeply enough to affect body organs.  A variety of factors can affect your menstrual cycle, so it is difficult to assess without an in-person consultation. If you remained concerned I would recommend you visit your doctor or gynecologist to figure out what is causing your irregularity.

Laser treatment stopped my periods. How is this possible?

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