Fox Fordyce disease: a side effect of laser therapy

J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2020 Apr 2;22(3):126-127. doi: 10.1080/14764172.2020.1774062. Epub 2020 Jun 7.

Abstract

Fox-Fordyce disease (FFD) is an uncommon apocrine disorder. We reported a 26-year-old woman with bilateral axillary pruritic papular lesions following 2 sessions of treatment with Diode (800 nm) laser for axillary hair removal. No lesions were developed in the other treated areas. Topical 0.1% tacrolimus gel was used for her treatment.

Keywords: Apocrine disorder; Fox Fordyce disease; Laser.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Axilla
  • Female
  • Fox-Fordyce Disease* / etiology
  • Hair Removal* / adverse effects
  • Humans
  • Laser Therapy* / adverse effects
  • Low-Level Light Therapy* / adverse effects