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Will Laser Hair Removal Lead To Increased Risk Of Scleroderma That Runs In The Family?

There is Scleroderma in my family, and although I ve tested positive on an ANA test, I don t have any symptoms apart from the ones that overlap with Fibromyalgia, which I was diagnosed with. I want to get Laser Hair removal, but am worried that perhaps it will cause skin issues. But for all I know it may have a positive effect? I really want to remove the hair and have IPL.
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Hello,

LASER or any form of hair removal does not cause exacerbation of scleroderma. You can safely proceed with LASER.

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

Take care

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family physician
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Will Laser Hair Removal Lead To Increased Risk Of Scleroderma That Runs In The Family?

Hello, LASER or any form of hair removal does not cause exacerbation of scleroderma. You can safely proceed with LASER. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family physician