Basal cell carcinoma & sun spots Posted: 03-31-08 07:50am
My daughter has had a basil cell carcinoma
removed from her forhead about 3 years
ago. She has been contemplating having an
IPL photo facial which removes sun damage
spots from the skin. Is it safe to have
this done after having BCC?
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Posted: 04-04-08 04:40am
Though cosmetically worrisome, sun spots
aren't that threatening, but, according to
experts, they are a reflection of
considerable sun damage. Excessive sun
damage which is not threated on time means
there is an increased risk of skin cancer.
Because of BCC's direct relationship to
sun-damaged skin, I think your daughter
will only find IPL photo facial,
beneficial.
Is best to discuss this with her
dermatologist or dermatologist that is
expert in age spots removal treatments.