Should I consider not doing the next round of IPL? Was this an allergic reaction? (Photos)

March 24, 2018
Asked By:cstl in Brentwood, Missouri

5 hours after my cheeks were very swollen. I have sensitive skin and tend to swell, but also had very severe indentations. Started at least 2x as deep as in this photo, taken 24 hrs after they appeared. There were 2 more horizontal and 1 vertical line. 1 side of my face was worse. Had numbing cream. Followed protocol in what not to do/use before. Procedure was also very painful, even with numbing cream. Pain tolerant. No issues with botox/fillers and pain. Done in office of a very reputable dr.

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March 27, 2018

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March 27, 2018

Answer: Improving Skin after IPL--Silagen + Bioshield, microneedling/prp, PDT therapy

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