I Have My Period and Tomorrow I'm Getting Laser Hair Removal?

Question

I have the period and tomorrow a laser hair removal , a hollywood one Could I still go? would it be too painful or too embarrasing?

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

Having your menstrual period at the time of your Laser Hair Removal should not be a problem. It will not cause problems, be more painful and your laser specialist is a medical care giver processional so I would not worry and go through with it.

Michael H. Gold, MD · Answer

You might be embarrassed, but professionals who deal with hair should not have a problem with this, and it is perfectly safe to do.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.

	Having laser hair removal while on your menstrual period should not be a problem.

	Best Wishes.

I Have My Period and Tomorrow I'm Getting Laser Hair Removal?

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