Can I get IPL if I am taking Prednisone?

IPL and any laser hair removal can cause a paradoxical increase in hair growth, if that occurs you need to change to a different modality and add vaniqa cream or try electrolysis. Best, Dr. Emer.

The short answer is that no one know for sure but the general recommendation from me would be no.  Lupus generally is an inflammatory disorder and in general the patient skin is more sensitive than usual.  They can easily break out into rashes and often time there is no stressor but...

Lasers and fillers do not effect your IV or IM therapy but you need a well trained laser physician as you are asian skin type and at more risk for complications post IPL and laser if not done properly.  Best, Dr. Emer.

You have asked an excellent question about the possible interaction of the medications you're taking and light or laser treatment.  There are some drugs which will cause increased skin sensitivity to light.  I would recommend checking with your doctor or pharmacist to see if the...

IPL is not the best option for hair removal and I would suggest a diode, yag, or alexandrite laser for this.  Best, Dr. Emer.

I have no problem doing these procedures on the same day, however if you do them separately you may want to wait 1-2 weeks before proceeding with one versus the other.  Best, Dr. Emer.