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5 weeks after CO2 procedure, no improvement in texture and shape of laser marks - permanent damage? (Photo)

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After 5 weeks no improvement regarding marks on my cheeks after CO2 procedure. Texture is bumpy, shiny, waxy, hypertrophic scar alike with visible dents after laser. It appeared 5 days postprocedure. No topical corticosteroids seem to work. I've seen 4 doctors, 3 told me it will go away, but it isn't happenning. Is it possible to destroy collagen production in order to create such a permanent "scar"? What is left? Steroid injections? Please help.

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