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Can Chicken Pox Scars Be Treated With Laser Resurfacing Treatment?
Hi i rimi ,i am 31 year old female,i have chicken pox ,few blisters are on my face with fluids some are big and some are very small ,i m worry about that these marks will be dissappered or not ,i m going to skin dr bez i had frackels on my face ,Dr is doing lazer for frackels, after recovering chicken pox can i go also for lazer or i have to wait till its become lighter then i can go for lazer for chicken pox marks ,plz suggest me ,i m getting marry this year so i m worry about my face Thanks
Mon, 9 Sep 2019
Hello,
The laser will be the best option for chronic scar caused by chickenpox. Consult a dermatologist specialized in cosmetic intervention and plan accordingly. You can also try topical steroid like triamcinolone which has got promising results.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
The laser will be the best option for chronic scar caused by chickenpox. Consult a dermatologist specialized in cosmetic intervention and plan accordingly. You can also try topical steroid like triamcinolone which has got promising results.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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