Side Effects Flashcards
1
Q
What is hyper-pigmentation
A
Refers to excess pigment and occurs most frequently on dark skin
2
Q
Crusting and what causes it
A
Occurs if the insertion are too shallow, improper angle, intensity is too high and duration is too long.
Full crust can take 48hr to appear.
3
Q
What is micro hemorrhage
A
A bruise caused by minute bleeding
4
Q
What is folliculitis
A
Ingrown hairs produce folliculitis.
May mimic a pimple
It is inflammation around the opening of the hair follicle
5
Q
Name 8 side effects
A
Redness Mild irritation Welts Bruising Crusting/stabbing Swelling Blanching(whitening of the skin) Hyper/hypo pigmentation
