Possible Sweat Gland Damage After Laser Treatments

November 24, 2008
Asked By:hong in pittsburgh,PA.usa

I had a full facial MicroLaser Peel (20 micron depth) and 20% ProFractional Laser Resurfacing (200 micron depth) done 16 days ago. I'm worried that the laser treatment could have damaged my sweat glands because even when I work out vigorously, there is no perspiration on my face. Is this normal, and will my sweat glands begin functioning again with time?

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November 30, 2008

Answer: Sweat gland damage from laser treatments is unlikely

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Steven H. Williams, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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November 30, 2008

Answer: Sweat gland damage from laser treatments is unlikely

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Steven H. Williams, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
January 26, 2009

Answer: Sweat gland damage from laser treatment is unlikely

Otto Joseph Placik, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
January 26, 2009

Answer: Sweat gland damage from laser treatment is unlikely

Otto Joseph Placik, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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February 7, 2010

Answer: Skin debris left after laser resurfacing can block sweat glands temporarily

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February 7, 2010

Answer: Skin debris left after laser resurfacing can block sweat glands temporarily

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December 21, 2009

Answer: Laser Treatments and Sweat Glands

December 21, 2009

Answer: Laser Treatments and Sweat Glands

January 28, 2009

Answer: Facial sweating is unchanged after laser resurfacing

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January 28, 2009

Answer: Facial sweating is unchanged after laser resurfacing

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