Faun Tail Nevus: A Series of 15 Cases and Their Management with Intense Pulse Light

    Sandeep Arora, Gulhima Arora, Sanjay Totlani, Mukul Chandra
    TLDR Intense Pulse Light effectively reduces hair growth in faun tail nevus.
    The document discussed the management of faun tail nevus in 15 patients using Intense Pulse Light (IPL) therapy. The study found IPL to be effective in significantly reducing hair growth, with 77% of patients achieving excellent improvement and minimal side effects. The treatment involved six sessions over six months, and earlier intervention yielded better results. The study concluded that IPL is a viable, non-invasive alternative to traditional methods for managing hypertrichosis in faun tail nevus, reducing its psychosocial impact. The authors declared no conflicts of interest.
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