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I received laser 2nd degree burns from my lipo surgery. What should I do to help lessen the appearance of scars? (photos)

Tati3261Mar 20, 2014
Also what is the cause i asked the doctor was the machine on too high, they said no, but did not answer why and how the 2nd degree burn happen. The nurse does not answer my calls anymore. I received silver sulfadazine and antibiotics.

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Dr. Darryl J. Blinski, MD
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Answered on Mar 26, 2014
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Dr. A.J. Khalil, MD
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Answered on Mar 25, 2014
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