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I have a vein around each areola. Can laser treatment reduce their appearance?

jack.brookesApr 25, 2019
It looks like my areolas are surrounded by a purple border. If I stretch the skin I can see what looks to be one vein wrapping around each. I have fair skin & usually respond well to laser treatment for veins in other areas. Will laser treatment on the perimeter of my areolas reduce the visibility of purple borders? Thanks!

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Dr. Brian Heeringa, MD, FACS
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Answered on Apr 26, 2019
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Dr. John Landi, MD
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