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Can I Go For Laser Treatment For White Lipid Pigments On Lips ?
hi my name is parisa i,m 33 . my sister (28 years old) and i have a problem in our lip skin . i should mention that these white pigments are very fine lipids that stick to each other and make white patches in lips. my dermatologist advised using Elidel but it didn,t work. is there any cure like using laser treatment? thanks so much
Sun, 28 Aug 2011
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Elidel is usually prescribed for atopic dermatitis and Vitiligo. If there is no response you may need different therapy like PUVA therapy. Discuss this with your Dermatologist. Avoid sun exposure. Apply sunblock SPF25 to protect from UV rays.
Elidel is usually prescribed for atopic dermatitis and Vitiligo. If there is no response you may need different therapy like PUVA therapy. Discuss this with your Dermatologist. Avoid sun exposure. Apply sunblock SPF25 to protect from UV rays.
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