Redness persisting 1 year after CO2 laser treatment, is there a solution? (Photo)

August 25, 2017
Asked By:ang54 in San Francisco, CA

I had CO2 laser done for stretch marks on my thighs and lower back, and I am currently using Tazorac and 4% hydroquinone cream but there is still a dark/dull redness persisting in all areas 13 months after treatment. There also is an area of scarring from when I picked at it a week after the laser treatment. Am I stuck with this redness forever or is there a solution?

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Answer: Persistent erythema after CO2;ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS NJ

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Answer: Irritation from cream, vascular lasers

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