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A member asked:

Can people who has vitiligo get laser hair removal done?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Yes: Actually the lighter skin makes it safer as long as hair is relatively dark.

Dr Chiu and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 9/22/2016

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Yes : However laser hair removal only works when there is melanin in the hair for the laser to target.

Dr Mutnick agreed

Answered 3/10/2018

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I get severe hives lasting up to 2 weeks when i get laser hair removal done.Is there anything i can do pre-appointment to avoid or minimize the hives?

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I had laser hair removal done in my public area an now I get non stop in grown hairs I've tried salicylic acid astringent no help please any advice?

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Does laser hair removal treatment of the vagina hurt ? How safe is it ? How much will it cost? Should you get it done if you have bumps on your vagina

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Is there any solution/cure for vitiligo white hair? Can I remove this hair and plant normal coloured hair? dye almost daily is very exhaustive

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Vitiligo white hair/beard spots, can I remove those spots and do a hair plant for normal color? is there any solution? I'm 21 y/o vit doesn't spread

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