Do port wine stains cover hair follicles or did the laser treatment ruin them? How can I fix this?

Hello! My name is Jessica, I am a physician assistant, and one of the providers at Aesthetic Skin in Winnetka and Chicago. This is a great question. Port wine stains can indeed affect hair growth in the areas they cover, as the vascular nature of these stains may disrupt normal hair follicle function. Additionally, if you underwent laser treatment, it’s possible that the procedure could have impacted the hair follicles in the treated area, leading to reduced hair growth compared to the unaffected side of your face. Exosome injections may offer a promising solution for stimulating hair growth in areas where it has been diminished. Exosomes are tiny vesicles that play a key role in cell communication and regeneration. They contain growth factors and proteins that can promote healing and tissue repair, making them a valuable option for revitalizing hair follicles. By injecting exosomes into the area affected by the port wine stain, you may be able to enhance the growth potential of the existing hair follicles and encourage new hair growth. I hope this helps and best of luck!

Lasers often destroy or impair hair. it depends on the type of laser they used. I don’t know what laser you had used so it’s difficult to give a precise answer. but yes, vascular lasers often impair growth and it’s more common than once was thought. There are not many highly successful options but be sure to see an expert. there are many many questions that need to be asked here to get all the information. Topical minoxidil and oral minoxidil can be considered for some but it depends where exactly the PwS was located. hair transplants can be considered in some cases.