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Some pigmented lesions have to be removed surgically, as they are potentially harmful. Can they be treated by IPL instead?

April 26, 2017Harmful IPL lesions pigmented potentially removed surgically treated

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Some pigmented lesions have to be removed surgically, as they are potentially harmful. Can they be treated by IPL instead?

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Technically, it is possible to treat such pigmented lesions with IPL and diminish their brown color; However, doing so does not affect the pre-malignanat cells; it only obscures them and delays the diagnosis. It is therefore essential to consult a dermatologist prior to IPL treatment of any suspect pigmented lesion.