Are these hypertrophic scars from laser tattoo removal? If yes, how can I remove them? (photos)

June 21, 2023
Asked By:thanase in Merrick, New York

Unfortunately I've been getting laser tattoo removal, and it's led to blistering which have led to scarring. Some scars are old, some new. The newest one is really bothering me the most because it's pink and has gotten more noticable recently, and it's raised. I get sick to my stomach looking at my arm every day now, in certain lighting they all look worse. Could this be removed with silicone gel sheets? Or is there something a doctor could do to remove them completely?

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August 29, 2023

Answer: Recommend doing laser treatment once tattoos are completely gone

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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Answer: Recommend doing laser treatment once tattoos are completely gone

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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