Will my post inflammatory hyper pigmentation (PIH) fade or is it permanent? (Photos)

October 15, 2016
Asked By:Jake Fisher in Los Angeles, CA

I had CO2 laser mole removals on 2 flat dark moles. It's been 2 months since my treatment and one of the moles has returned in the form of a very light brown spot. My surgeon told me it was post inflammatory hyper pigmentation and that it should fade withing 6 months. Since meeting with him the spot has gotten darker. Is it realistic to expect the pigment to blend in with my skin within 6 months or is this permanent?

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October 17, 2016

Answer: Post-Inflammatory Pigment--PRP & Fraxel, Clear + Brilliant, Venus Viva

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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Answer: Post-Inflammatory Pigment--PRP & Fraxel, Clear + Brilliant, Venus Viva

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
October 17, 2016

Answer: Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation

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Answer: Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation

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Answer: Laser removal of moles ?

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