Contraindications - Philips Lumea BRI948/00 Bedienungsanleitung

Contraindications

Conditions
Medications/History
Pathologies/Disorders
Never use the device:
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If you have skin type VI (you rarely to never sunburn, very dark tanning). In
this case you run a high risk of developing skin reactions, such as
hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation, strong redness or burns.
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If you are pregnant or breastfeeding as the device was not tested on
pregnant or breastfeeding women.
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If you have any active implants such as a pacemaker, neurostimulator, insulin
pump etc.
Never use the device if you take any of the medications listed below:
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If your skin is currently being treated with or has recently been treated in the
past week with Alpha-Hydroxy Acids (AHAs), Beta-Hydroxy Acids (BHAs),
topical isotretinoin and azelaic acid.
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If you have taken any form of isotretinoin Accutane or Roaccutane in the last
six months. This treatment can make skin more susceptible to tears, wounds
and irritations.
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If you are taking photosensitizing agents or medications, check the package
insert of your medicine and never use the device if it is stated that it can
cause photo-allergic reactions, photo-toxic reactions or if you have to avoid
sun when taking this medicine.
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If you take anticoagulation medications, including heavy use of aspirin, in a
manner which does not allow for a minimum 1-week washout period prior
to each treatment.
Never use the device:
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If you have received radiation therapy or chemotherapy within the past
3 months.
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If you are on painkillers which reduce the skin's sensitivity to heat.
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If you take immunosuppressive medications.
Never use the device:
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If you have diabetes or other systemic or metabolic diseases.
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If you have congestive heart disease.
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If you have a disease related to photosensitivity, such as polymorphic light
eruption (PMLE), solar urticaria, porphyria etc.
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If you have a history of collagen disorder, including a history of keloid scar
formation or a history of poor wound healing.
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If you have epilepsy with flashlight sensitivity.
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