I Am 7 Weeks Post Op for Co2 Laser Removal of a Sebaceous Hyperplasia Under my Right Eye. The settings of the laser were 1 pass, 4 watts P22. It was bright red 2 weeks ago and is now a darker red. My PS said it is not hyperpigmentation. I have used aquaphor, hydrocortisone 1%, hydrocortisone 2.5%, cutivate .05% and a pack of oral steriods. My PS will not prescribe Group 1 or Group 2 topical steroids due to thinning of the skin. His ARNP stated today that it will clear up with "time." I am not seeing much progress at 7 weeks and would like to know your opinion regarding this.
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While Fordyce spots or glands are benign and normal lesions found on the penis and lips, and most people don't bother treating them, we have in fact treated many patients at our clinic safely and with very nice results. Definitely need a dermatologist to assess and treat these lesions.
It is very important to have an accurate fitzpatrick scale assessment of your skin prior to having ablative procedures as these can cause hyperpigmentation after treatment. You should start Rx Hydroquinone cream to lighten this spot. Good luck to you.
This is a common question I see with both fractionated CO2 treatments and in other treatments that work to effect gradual changes in the skin. Generally speaking, moderate fractionated CO2 treatments are going to treat about 15-30% of the surface of the skin, which leaves the skin polished...
