Keloid scars grow beyond the boundaries of the original wound and can appear anywhere on the body. They can be difficult to treat and prevent, but compression, laser surgery, cryotherapy, and radiation can help. Proper wound care can reduce the risk of keloid scarring. Keloid scars, also known as keloids, are scars that grow out […]
Keloids are raised scars made up of collagen, elastin, fibronectin, and proteoglycans that can expand beyond the original wound area. They can cause pain and itching and may impair movement. They can form from any skin injury and are more common in people with high skin pigmentation. Prevention is the best course of action, and […]
Keloids are raised scars that can appear after belly button piercings or injuries. They may increase in size and cause itching and discomfort. Treatment options include cortisone injections, laser treatment, surgery, and interferon injections. Keloids may be more common in women, obese patients, and dark-skinned people. Curved barbell-shaped jewelry may reduce the chance of developing […]
Keloid scars can occur after an injury and affect some groups more than others. Tragus keloid is a noticeable scar that can be treated with steroids, laser therapy, or nitrogen freezing. People with African, South Asian, or Hispanic ancestry are more prone to keloid scarring. Sunscreen can prevent darkening, and surgical removal is not practical. […]
Tattoo keloids are raised scars that occur in some people due to overproduction of scar tissue during the healing process. It is unclear why some people develop keloids, but those who have previously developed them should avoid getting multiple tattoos. Removing keloids is difficult, and treatments such as corticosteroid injections, silicone dressing, and pressure therapy […]
