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How Can Facial Scars And Skin Patches Be Treated After Chicken Pox?

Dear Doctor, I had Severe case of chicken pox 1 year before, which left pitted scars all over my face. Some scars are very deep and some with white patches on skin. Pleasse let me know what kind of treatment is suitable for me. Laser Treatment or any medication can be effective.Regards, Roopa
posted on Wed, 19 Apr 2017
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Hi,

As there is duration of 1 year, now there is no scope of any medications which can act upon the deep pitted scars. As per my surgical experience, the laser therapy will give best results.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel,
General Surgeon
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How Can Facial Scars And Skin Patches Be Treated After Chicken Pox?

Hi, As there is duration of 1 year, now there is no scope of any medications which can act upon the deep pitted scars. As per my surgical experience, the laser therapy will give best results. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon