Treatment of Erythromelanosis Follicularis Faciei Et Colli With a 595-Nm Pulsed Dye Laser
November 2023
in “
Journal of cosmetic dermatology
”
TLDR The 595-nm pulsed dye laser effectively reduces symptoms of EFFC with minimal side effects.
The study reports on the treatment of erythromelanosis follicularis faciei et colli (EFFC) using a 595-nm pulsed dye laser (PDL) in three patients. EFFC is characterized by telangiectasia, hyperpigmentation, and follicular papules, primarily affecting individuals of Asian ancestry. The patients, aged 16, 18, and 27, showed significant improvement in symptoms such as facial erythema and follicular papules after three PDL sessions. Follow-ups ranging from 3 months to 4 years revealed minimal recurrence of symptoms. The study highlights the effectiveness and safety of 595-nm PDL in treating EFFC, though it acknowledges the limitation of a small sample size.