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Are there alternatives to lidocaine cream that can be used for IPL?

January 11, 2023
Asked By:Jennifer6795 in Stamford, Connecticut

Hi - I have a type IV delayed hypersensitivity reaction to Lidocaine and after testing with an allergist have found I am allergic to lidocaine. I had one IPL photofacial and I love the photofacial results but the one IPL I had a few years ago resulted in the worst rash ever. Any alternatives to lidocaine cream? I found the treatment was very painful even with it.

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