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Which of the following is a common cause of dilated blood vessels on the face and other parts of the body?
Which of the following is a common cause of dilated blood vessels on the face and other parts of the body?
What is the target chromophore for vascular treatments?
What is the target chromophore for vascular treatments?
Where are damaged capillaries located?
Where are damaged capillaries located?
What is the recommended treatment frequency for vascular treatments?
What is the recommended treatment frequency for vascular treatments?
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Which area is IPL treatment not recommended for?
Which area is IPL treatment not recommended for?
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What happens to the blood vessels during vascular treatments?
What happens to the blood vessels during vascular treatments?
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Which of the following is a chronic skin condition characterized by facial redness, small and superficial dilated blood vessels on facial skin, papules, pustules, and swelling?
Which of the following is a chronic skin condition characterized by facial redness, small and superficial dilated blood vessels on facial skin, papules, pustules, and swelling?
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What is the main cause of Rosacea?
What is the main cause of Rosacea?
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What skin condition is characterized by the presence of small, dilated red blood vessels visible on the face and leaves individuals with a prolonged red complexion?
What skin condition is characterized by the presence of small, dilated red blood vessels visible on the face and leaves individuals with a prolonged red complexion?
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What are cherry red papules on the skin containing an abnormal proliferation of blood vessels called?
What are cherry red papules on the skin containing an abnormal proliferation of blood vessels called?
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What skin condition consists of areas of hypopigmentation, hyperpigmentation, telangiectasias, and atrophy, and is commonly associated with sun damage?
What skin condition consists of areas of hypopigmentation, hyperpigmentation, telangiectasias, and atrophy, and is commonly associated with sun damage?
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What is the main goal of vascular treatments for skin conditions like telangiectasia and rosacea?
What is the main goal of vascular treatments for skin conditions like telangiectasia and rosacea?
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Which of the following is true about pulse width and fluence in laser treatments for different skin tones?
Which of the following is true about pulse width and fluence in laser treatments for different skin tones?
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What is the recommended approach for treating larger areas with laser?
What is the recommended approach for treating larger areas with laser?
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What is the recommended level of cooling for laser treatments?
What is the recommended level of cooling for laser treatments?
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What is the desired treatment response for laser treatments on blood vessels?
What is the desired treatment response for laser treatments on blood vessels?
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How long is the recommended interval between laser treatments?
How long is the recommended interval between laser treatments?
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What are the possible side effects of laser treatments?
What are the possible side effects of laser treatments?
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What should be avoided after laser treatments?
What should be avoided after laser treatments?
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How many treatments are recommended for optimum results?
How many treatments are recommended for optimum results?
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Study Notes
Overview of Vascular Treatments with IPL
- Vascular treatments using IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) are used to remove visible enlarged blood vessels on the face and other parts of the body.
- These dilated blood vessels, also known as telangiectasia, are fine, red veins commonly found on the nose, chin, and cheeks.
- They can appear as a result of aging, pregnancy, childbirth, birth control pills, hormone replacement therapy, sun damage, and Rosacea.
- IPL works by targeting the chromophore oxyhaemoglobin in small capillaries in the upper dermis, using light energy to destroy the blood vessels.
- The treatment is conducted over multiple sessions, typically 3+ treatments, spaced 3-4 weeks apart.
- The location of the damaged capillaries is in the epidermal junction.
- IPL is not recommended for treating leg veins, as the circulatory system in the legs is more advanced and the effectiveness of treatment is minimal.
- Vascular lesions that can be treated with IPL include telangiectasia, spider nevi, Rosacea/diffuse redness, acne rosacea, cherry angioma, couperose, sun damage, and poikiloderma.
- Spider nevi are swollen blood vessels beneath the skin surface, with a central red spot and reddish extensions.
- Rosacea is a chronic skin condition characterized by facial redness, dilated blood vessels, papules, pustules, and swelling.
- Sun damage can cause various skin conditions, including dry skin, sunburn, actinic keratosis, pigmentation changes, wrinkles, and redness.
- Couperose is a condition where small dilated red blood vessels are visible on the face, causing a prolonged red complexion.
- Vascular treatments with IPL may have side effects such as erythema, swelling, and darkening of the treated area, but these are temporary and can be managed with proper aftercare.
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Test your knowledge on vascular dilation and its causes Learn about the visible enlarged blood vessels that commonly appear on the face and body, and discover the factors that contribute to their development. Expand your understanding of vascular issues and their relationship to aging, pregnancy, sun damage, and more.
