Laser hair removal for thyroid disease
The desire to get rid of the growth of unwanted hair leads to the emergence of new methods that become more and more effective over the years. So, laser hair removal is considered an effective and popular method that is used to combat unwanted hair. The method allows you to reduce the amount of hair by 70 – 80% in just a few sessions. And after completing the entire course, you will be able to completely get rid of excess hair. At the same time, there are contraindications. Are diseases associated with the thyroid gland a contraindication? We will answer this question below.
How the thyroid gland functions
This is a fairly small iron, which has a serious impact on the human body. It is located in the front of the neck and is slightly shaped like a butterfly. Thanks to its work, it produces iodine-containing hormones that affect metabolism. Hormones that are produced by the thyroid gland help to properly distribute energy. Also, her work affects other processes in the body, including reproductive function, the work of the intestines, brain and cardiovascular system.
Violation of the thyroid gland leads to various negative factors, among which, for example, hirsutism. Girls may experience too active hair growth in places that are characteristic of men: the chin, mustache, lower back, abdomen and chest. This factor has a negative impact on a woman's self-esteem, causes depression and other troubles.
The principle of laser hair removal
With the help of a special apparatus that generates a high-intensity laser beam, the process of hair removal takes place. The laser beam penetrates a few millimeters deep into the skin, where it has a selective effect on the melanin pigment contained in the hair. From the heating of melanin, the tissues that nourish the hair root are destroyed, and after a while it falls out.
The process is non-contact, so the skin is not exposed to irritating factors. During the session, you may experience mild discomfort. If the threshold of pain sensitivity is too low, then before the procedure, locally applied means containing painkillers.
In total, for complete hair removal in selected areas, 5 to 10 procedures will be required. They are held at different intervals, but the interval is at least one month. This is due to the specifics of hair growth, the effectiveness of the laser hair removal method depends on the phase of hair growth. The procedure is carried out when the hair is in the active growth phase.
Thyroid disease and laser hair removal
Laser hair removal has contraindications. These include: pregnancy, diabetes, epilepsy, etc. Laser hair removal does not have any effect on the work of the thyroid gland, and therefore it can be used for various pathologies of this organ.
At the same time, as mentioned above, disorders in the thyroid gland can cause increased hair growth in the male pattern. Therefore, it is recommended to establish the cause of the failure and undergo medical treatment. Also, taking hormonal drugs affects the intervals that must be maintained between sessions of laser hair removal. Taking hormonal drugs also affects the duration of the course.
If you have doubts about the use of laser hair removal for problems with the thyroid gland, it is recommended to additionally consult with your endocrinologist. In general, this disease is not a contraindication to sessions.