Hypertrichosis lanuginosa congenita treated with diode laser epilation during infancy

Pediatr Dermatol. 2014 Jul-Aug;31(4):529-30. doi: 10.1111/j.1525-1470.2012.01881.x. Epub 2012 Oct 2.

Abstract

We report the case of a girl with hypertrichosis lanuginosa congenita treated with diode laser depilation since the age of 9 months. The treatment was well tolerated, and neither general nor local anesthesia was needed. A reduction of approximately 80% of facial and body hair was noted, which improved her condition significantly.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Hair
  • Hair Removal / methods*
  • Humans
  • Hypertrichosis / congenital*
  • Hypertrichosis / therapy
  • Infant
  • Lasers, Semiconductor / therapeutic use*

Supplementary concepts

  • Congenital hypertrichosis lanuginosa