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There is no reason why you can't get an IPL treatment while on anticoagulants. IPL is a light therapy that doesn't effect deep structures.
I have no issue treating patients on anticoagulants with IPL. Non-ablative treatments should not be an issue.Best wishes,Pamela Stuart, MD
No, I would feel comfortable treating a patient with IPL while on anticoagulants. Good luck with your IPL treatment.
I do this all the time. Personally I'm on anticoagulants and you can bet that I get IPL. There are no issues with this. I wouldn't list it at all as a contraindication. "This answer has been solicited without seeing this patient and cannot be held as true medical advice, but only opinion. Seek in-person treatment with a trained medical professional for appropriate care."
Looks like a form of folliculitis or pseudofolliculitis. This can happen when underpowered machines are used in abundance at home, and why these devices they sell are so silly. You may need an Rx medication or if you stop using it, it may clear on its own. Either way, get rid of the device. It...
Your physician needs to determine if the blister is herpetic or from thermal changes due to the IPL. Herpetic lesions need to receive oral antiviral. Blisters can be treated with semi occlusive dressings or antibiotic ointment. Good luck.Jeff Rapaport MD FAADRealself All-star
IPL is not associated with the skin changes you are describing. However, the retinoid cream can cause skin dryness that make fine lines and wrinkles appear more visible. If you are new to retinoids this dryness will slowly subside with continued use. We generally advise patients to ease into t...
