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Often times, a Medrol dose pack is not necessary. Daily moisturization and proper wound care can help you achieve your longterm results. Make sure to also use appropriate skincare after your peel. Good luck
If you can't wait to see a dermatologist, go to an urgent care facility or emergency room for immediate care. There are treatments that can help you heal. You have harmed yourself with a home treatment. Please now go seek the care you need. Please to not compound the problem by not getting medical care.
Any strength chemical peel can cause some localized swelling albeit the deeper the peel, the more chance of significant swelling. Superficial peels if applied with more pressure and force can actually mimic a deeper peel. You should have peeled by now and be recovered. However everyone responds differently. Best to check with your treating physician and have him or her examine you prior to managing this with steroids.
There are no pictures placed, however I feel the same as previous physician post. You need a to see a board certified dermatologist to see if a medrol dose is appropriate treatment.
Chemical peels are of limited use for ice pick scars. In our office, we use sublative EMatrix treatments for acne scars. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles
Great question. A combination of topical therapy with Melarase creams plus Melapeels or a similar chemical peel may help improve the color of the skin. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles
Lighter chemical peels are probably a better answer to your condition. A physician or experienced skincare professional may be able to help you in an office setting. At home, we would recommend Plato's Dark Scar Corrector and Melapads. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles