Treatment of Epilation-Related Postinflammatory Hyperpigmentation Using a 1,927-nm Thulium Fiber Fractional Laser
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Postinflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) is a common problem after cosmetic procedures and successful treatment of PIH remains challenging. We report the case of a 33-year-old man who presented with hyper-pigmented skin lesions on his legs that persisted for 6 months following laser hair removal. We used a 1,927-nm thulium fiber laser to treat the lesions, resulting in near complete resolution after five sessions over a 1 month interval.
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