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there is no reason you cannot have the IPL treatment while on prednisone. I would suggest speaking to your physician. Best, Dr. Emer.
Thank you for your question. There is no contraindication to IPL treatments while on oral steroids. The prednisone will reduce the inflammatory response and potential soft tissue swelling.Dr Karamanoukian#RealSelf100 Member
Thanks for your question. Probably best to wait. Prednisone and other corticosteroids slow down your healing and increase your risk of having infections. I'd wait until you've been off of prednisone for at least a couple of weeks.
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.
