Recently had terrible reaction to Photofacial, could it have burned the subdermal layer and caused permanent damage?

Definitely need to talk with treating MD about this.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

There are 2 possible reasons for this. The technician over did your
treatment or you developed a reaction to the numbing cream if you used
one. Sometimes a gradual allergic reaction can develop so the 1st
time you became sensitized and later the reaction hits you.
You will need to be on a topical steroid and oral steroid (prednisone)
to bring down the reaction. It will take some time but eventually it
will calm down. You can take benadryl 25 mg every 6 hours as well. A
diuretic may help with the swelling.

Published on Jul 11, 2012