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Reviewer: rcast, 55-64 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)
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I'm on my 3rd X facial use of this over the past 8 years. Now I only have to use it on areas that show possible pre-cancerous condition. It does get painful, but well worth working through the pain. Better than getting cut for removal and scarring
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Reviewer: BruceQ, 45-54 Male on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient)
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A bit uncomfortable during the end weeks of usage. You will get a few stares from people who do not know you. I recommend that you use only duing the winter and late fall months. Heat makes the condition a lot more uncomfortable. The healing process is a bit slow, but the end result is well worth it. At 48 completing the process will help off set many further complications down the line. Goo
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Reviewer: 65-74 Male on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)
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Have finished the treatment. Some redness present after one week following last application. Used 2x/day for 3 weeks. Very little discomfort.
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