Pertinent History for Hair Removal with the use of Medical Lasers at Hairaway Canada

The following pertinent medical history is taken into consideration to enable Hairaway Canada to assess clinical suitability of all prospects for hair removal with the use of Medical Lasers at its clinic in Unionville, Markham.

• Presence of conditions that may cause hypertrichosis - Hormonal, Familial or drugs like corticosteroids, hormones, immunosuppressives, self or spousal use of Minoxidil. Tumors
• History of local or recurrent skin infection
• History of herpes simplex, especially perioral
• History of herpes genitalis, important when treating the pubic or bikini area
• History of keloids / hyper-tropic scarring
• History of koebnerizing skin disorders such as vitiligo and psoriasis
• Previous treatment modalities - method, frequency and date of last treatment as well as response
• Recent sun tan or exposure to tanning or light cabinets
• Onset of hair regrowth (recent)
• Tattoos or nevi present
• Patient expectations
• Patient hobbies or habits which might interfere with treatment
• Present medications
• Photosensitising medications
• Accutane intake within the past year
• Gold Therapy
• Tetracycline
• Prednisolone
• Hypertension

Make certain you discuss any of the above which may be present in your circumstances with our specialist consultants at our hair removal centre in Unionville, Markham.