Post-laser hair removal folliculitis: A case report
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Jakkrit Juhong 1 , Weeratian Tawanwongsri 2 3 *
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1 Department of Ophthalmology, School of Medicine, Walailak University, Nakhon Si Thammarat, THAILAND2 Division of Dermatology, Department of Internal Medicine, School of Medicine, Walailak University, Nakhon Si Thammarat, THAILAND3 Center of Excellence in Data Science and Health Study, Walailak University, Nakhon Si Thammarat, THAILAND* Corresponding Author

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Depilation through laser hair removal has gained popularity due to its long-lasting effects, which can last for several months and, in some cases, be considered permanent. This method also improves quality of life. However, common complications include blistering, pigmentary changes, and scabbing. Folliculitis is rare, with most cases being mild and transient. We hereby report on a 33-year-old healthy Thai male who rapidly developed severe folliculitis one day after undergoing diode laser treatment, which combined three wavelengths (755 nm, 810 nm, and 1,064 nm) into a single pulse. The condition improved significantly following a short course of prednisolone and topical benzoyl peroxide. At the 4-week follow-up, the lesions had nearly resolved, with only a few erythematous papules and hyperpigmented follicular macules remaining and no scarring. Further studies are needed to clarify the mechanism of folliculitis after hair removal laser treatment, enabling more effective prevention and management for patients.

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Article Type: Case Report

ELECTRON J GEN MED, Volume 21, Issue 5, October 2024, Article No: em606

https://doi.org/10.29333/ejgm/15157

Publication date: 12 Sep 2024

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