On the first session bruising completely went away by 2 weeks. It’s exactly 2 weeks after the second session and I am left with these scab like spots. Does not feel like normal skin over a bruise. (It feels like toasted skin if that makes any sense or a burn that came from within)What should I do to help healing?
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The posted pictures do not look like necrosis but rather like bruising and staining following sclerotherapy. It is only a short time from your treatment and you need to give it more time to heal. The dark areas may require draining with a small needle. Wearing compression, applying Dermaka cr...
Thank you for asking about facial laser treatment.Swelling after a laser can last a long time (six weeks or more) but you should return to where you were treated to discuss your concern and learn what to expect. Hope this helps. Best wishes. Elizabeth Morgan MD PHD FACS
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Typically the sclerosing agents will cause an inflammatory response resulting in scarring of the dilated veins and their eventual collapse. This process may take several days to weeks depending on the agent used. Repeat treatments may often be needed.