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Is this look normal after my scar was treated with IPL? (Photos)

brv221Aug 18, 2018
I have had two prior Fraxel laser treatments on a scar on the top side of my forearm, with the goal of improving indentation and color. At the third session, IPL was also administered. It has been one week and I am still concerned about the discoloration and healing. The first picture is how the scar looked a few days prior to the treatment including IPL. The second is from today, 7 days after. Should I seek another physician at this point?

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