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Chemical Peel with Thin Skin (Age 60)

September 10, 2010
Asked By:Spott in California

I have had many blistering sunburns as a young adult. Some were so severe my forehead retained fluid. I have very fair skin and at age 60 very thin skin. I have had numerous spots frozen on my face, hands and arms but they continue to erupt and the doctor is recommending a chemical peel. I am concerned about my thin skin and wonder what procedure would be best. I am not concerned about my wrinkles as much as skin cancer.

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Answer: 25-35% TCA peels do great to get rid of sun damage and precancers even on thin skinned patients.

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Answer: 25-35% TCA peels do great to get rid of sun damage and precancers even on thin skinned patients.

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Answer: Discuss your reservations with your dermatologist

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September 13, 2010

Answer: Discuss your reservations with your dermatologist

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