I had laser hair removal on my stomach. The first day there was some swelling but by the third day I had these red bumps with puss that have gotten worse. The hairs are not ingrown but the reaction seems to be similar. The area is sensitive and has a slight burning sensation. Will this cause scarring? It looks terrible.
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Thank you for your question. From your photo, this appears to be either an allergic reaction or folliculitis which is irritation and inflammation of the hair follicles. You can treat this with hydrocortisone cream and Benadryl which are both over the counter medications. If this does not resolve...
Thanks for the question. Getting the precise settings for hair removal laser therapy is not as simple as it might seem. A personalized evaluation is essential for accurate settings for a particular patient. The settings will vary with skin tone, thickness of skin, region of skin, and sensitivity...
From the pictures you submitted, you may have developed a mild case of folliculitis. I would discuss this with your treating physician and he/she might want to put you on some topical creams to help it resolve quicker.