A patient with cupping-related post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation successfully treated with a 1,927 nm thulium fiber fractional laser

J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2014 Apr;16(2):66-8. doi: 10.3109/14764172.2013.854121. Epub 2013 Nov 18.

Abstract

Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation is a rare complication following cupping therapy. We report a case of a 26-year-old woman who presented with hyper-pigmented skin lesions on her lower back which was persistent for 6 months following cupping therapy. The 1,927 nm thulium fiber laser (Fraxel re:store Dual, Solta Medical Inc., Hayward, CA) was tested leading to near complete resolution within four sessions.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Complementary Therapies / adverse effects*
  • Cosmetic Techniques
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Hyperpigmentation / etiology*
  • Hyperpigmentation / radiotherapy*
  • Lasers, Solid-State / therapeutic use*
  • Republic of Korea
  • Thulium

Substances

  • Thulium