TLDR A patient had painful swollen lymph nodes after a cosmetic skin and hair treatment, suggesting doctors should warn about this risk.
The document discusses a case where a patient experienced acute, painful lymphadenopathy following a cosmetic procedure that combined microneedling therapy with platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy. Despite the popularity and widespread use of these treatments for hair regrowth and skin rejuvenation, the case highlights a potential adverse effect of the combined therapies. The authors suggest that this risk should be communicated to patients and included in consent forms as part of the education process between doctors and patients. The document emphasizes the need for awareness of possible complications from these cosmetic procedures.
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Using microneedling with PRP improves skin and hair conditions more than microneedling alone.
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