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Is strong purpura from VBeam laser OK? (photo)

GNJJan 24, 2014
Had one VBeam treatment, it looked scary afterwards. The purpura is gone now, but I'm considering another treatment and would like your opinion. I'm thinking of a 2nd treatment on the chest , and also my neck and face. But I feel hesitant, especially to try it on my neck and face. Is purpura this intense OK? (or could I have gotten as good results w less aggressive settings?). Can I expect that my neck and face will react as strongly? Should I ask for lower settings for my neck/face? Thank you.

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Dr. Nissan Pilest, MD
Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Answered on Nov 16, 2017
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