A couple weeks ago I went to a well-known skincare clinic (which I won't name) to talk with a dermatologist about treatment options for folliculitis in my neck beard hairs which I've been dealing with for the past 4 months. To my shock, she recommended to (1) REMOVE all the hair on my neck, (2) use lasers to reduce the redness caused by the folliculitis (which is temporary), and (3) take oral antibiotics. I couldn't believe my ears! When I questioned the logic behind her approach, she got very defensive and dismissive. My assessment is that she is either very incompetent and arrogant, or she was acting irresponsibly and selfishly trying to scam me. I went to another dermotologist who actually listened to me and answered all my questions. He recommended an acne cleansing gel and nothing else. I used it twice a day in the shower for the past two weeks and now the folliculitis is completely gone. My question is, how is this skincare clinic allowed to operate??Aren't there any regulatory agencies for clinics like this one? Is it possible that my intuition is wrong and what she suggested is a sensible approach?? And lastly, what should I have said to her or what would you say to get her to think twice about what she's doing? I kept my mouth shut but many thoughts were stirring in my head...
TLDR : Answer Summary
The post discusses an individual's unsettling experience at a skincare clinic in Thailand where the dermatologist recommended an aggressive treatment for folliculitis, including hair removal and oral antibiotics, which the patient found alarming. The individual sought a second opinion from another dermatologist who offered a more conservative and effective treatment. The discussion explores the perceived lack of regulation in Thailand's healthcare system, the motivations behind such clinic recommendations, and the challenges patients face in voicing concerns. Various comments reflect on the quality of care in private clinics and shared similar experiences, highlighting a potential need for greater scrutiny of medical practices in the country.
