A 32-year-old male asked:
i know tanning beds are bad. if i have white spots from plucking facial hair would it be ok to use tanning bed without making it worse or spread?
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Dr. Al Hegab answered
40 years experience Allergy and Immunology
A dermatologist : Input is what you need, kindly see your primary doctor for initial evaluation and possible referral to a dermatologist, best wishes
Answered on Jan 7, 2019
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Dermatology consult: Please consult a dermatologist. Dark spots on your vulva or vagina may or may not be from shaving and need a physical exam. Benign vulvar melanosis is ... Read More
A 17-year-old female asked:
Dr. John Chiu answered
57 years experience Allergy and Immunology
Probably not: In general, laser or IPL tends to increase pigmentation transiently after the treatment especially among those with olive or darker complexion. If you ... Read More
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Dr. Stephen Southard answered
15 years experience Internal Medicine
It sounds like: You are dealing with post inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Often with time(months or more) and regular sunscreen use, this will fade. But there are c ... Read More
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A 25-year-old female asked:
Dr. Suzanne Galli answered
24 years experience ENT and Head and Neck Surgery
Avoid tanning: tanning is a bad idea as a general rule because of the risk for skin cancer
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