Keloid Scar

Question: Keloid Scar? I have a keloid scar on my chest. I don't know many people who have one. I have looked it up on the internet but theres not many good sites. Ok well anyways, my scar is raised above the skin. And it hurts all the time. Like if i accidently bumped it or whatever, sometimes it hurts out of the blue. It itches bad sometimes, but i cant itch it because it hurts to touch, so i itch around it and that ends up getting all red. It is so uncomfertable, i cant wear v necks at all, not even low cut shirts, or even most tank tops. Hard to sleep on my side because it kinda folds up in my skin and that hurts. But my dr told it its something I gotta live with. I got surgeory once and it just made it bigger. I don't know what to do about it?

Answer: Here are a few options if you go to the dermatologist: The treatment of choice for keloids is usually an injection of corticosteroid drugs such as cortisone directly into the lesion. These injections cause the keloid to become atrophic, or thinner, and are repeated every three to four weeks until the keloid has been resolved to the individual's satisfaction. Other therapies include laser treatment or radiation therapy, and topical treatments are undergoing study. Surgery is often used in combination with corticosteroid injections. The injections are given for several weeks, and then the keloid is surgically removed. The injections are then continued for several weeks. Surgical removal of the keloid may also be used in conjunction with radiation therapy, which delivers small amounts of radiation to the affected area. Newer approaches include silastic gel sheeting, which makes use of pressure to flatten the keloid. The gel is applied and kept securely in place with tape, cloth, or an ace bandage. The dressing is to be changed every seven to 10 days, for as long as 12 months. Finally, researchers are now studying a type of tape that has been soaked with steroids, which are released slowly into the keloid, causing it to thin over time.

Question: How to get rid of a keloid scar on a forward helix? I have a keloid scar by my forward helix piercing How do I get rid of it?

Answer: Keloid scars can be surgically removed by a doctor.

Question: Is it possible to have a tatoo done over a keloid scar? I have a keloid scar on my chest, a few inches below my collarbone. I am so conscious of it because it attracts alot of stares. I can't wear any low neck outfits because of it. So now I want to put a tatoo over it to camouflage it and make it more presentable. Is it possble to tatoo a keloid scar or will I be making it more ghastly to look at? Are there health implications?

Answer: Yes it is possible but u have to do it with a specialist in order to avoid wounding the scar again.

Question: Where can I find Silicon Gel Sheets to help in the treatment of a keloid scar? Ive been wanting to try silicon sheets to help reduce the size of a keloid scar. Are these available at any pharmacy, medical store? Or are they by prescription only.

Answer: Silicone scar sheets are over-the-counter and readily available. Be prepared for the cost, though. A quick search at Drugstore.com turned up the following choices: - 28 Neosporin Scar Solution 1.5" x 2.75" sheets, billed as a 12-week supply, $29.99 - 1 ScarFx 1.5"x3" sheet, billed as reusable, $18.99 Curad makes a non-silicone scar sheet from polyurethane that's less expensive (21 pads for $17.99) you may also want to consider.

Question: Is it true that you can get a keloid scar from removing a skin tag? I have a skin tag on my bikini line and I am sick of it being there. I was thinking about removing it at home by cutting it off like I read online; but I also read that you can get a keloid scar from removing one. Is this true?

Answer: First, I personally would not advise removing a skin tag yourself. I've had several and accidentally damaged them - they bleed quite a bit for the size .For some reason I tend to get them under my arms and shaving is a bit precocious. I have had the MD to freeze them off. It leaves a blister for a few days and then no more skin tag. Just a little info I found about Keloids: "They are fairly common in young women and African Americans. Keloids often run in families." Most of the ones I've seen were on larger areas than a skin tag takes up.

Question: Is there any treatment to remove a keloid scar? I have this ugly keloid scar on my arm from a cigarette burn. Is there any kind of treatment that would remove it, or at least make it smaller?

Answer: If the injury is serious and the scar is deep, the scars are sure to be left. You shall only to control the infection and take the cosmetology means to reduce the scar. Five methods to reduce the scars:1. Massage method; 2. Ginger friction method: 3. Vitamin E smear method;4. Vitamin C smear method:5. Lavender essential oil smear method

Question: What is my wife's 6" keloid scar on forearm from a car accident worth in an insurance settlement? A very visible, red, raised keloid scar on my wife's forearm is the last part of an insurance settlement from a car accident in June. Our claims adjuster asked us to think about things like embarassment being seen with the scar, having to change her wardrobe to all longsleeved clothes to cover the scar, pain, permanance or persistence of the scar and future possible surgery to revise the scar when we think about what amount of a settlement to expect. One website suggest a rule-of-thumb of 1.5 to 3.0 times the amount of the medical expenses for the accident. We've never been through this before and have no idea of what is fair.

Answer: Given that it is a cosmetic injury, and one that is not causing loss of function in the arm. I think the website's reccommendation is fair. Unless you intend to try to revision the scar for a better cosmetic result. Then you need to check with a plastic surgeon for the cost of the operation. Since the accident was in June, it could take up to a year for the scar to stabilize and reach it's full healing stage. It may be less noticable by then, unless it's a very large keloid.

Question: How can I conceal a flat keloid scar? I have a flat keloid scar on my leg that was the result of an automobile accident. It is almost blended, but not quite. I am 23 and have had it since I was 12, so I have dealt with issues about it..I am doing a fitting for a Miller Light girl tonight and we are going to be wearing short form fitting halter dresses. Is make up a good option? Or should I try panty hose. I am tired of hiding my imperfections because no one is perfect. Thanks!

Answer: I think it's called dermablend makeup. It's waterproof and is used to cover big scars and that sort of thing. I don't know how much it is, but it's worth looking into, I've heard it's great. If it's almost blended, you could just leave it, it'll probably be dim in there anyway, so it's probably not going to be super noticeable. You;re totally right, nobody's perfect and people should accept you, scars and all, but, remember that all the other Miller girls are likely going to be looking flawless, and if it's something that you;re going to feel self consious about, better off just covering it up. Don't wear panyhose, though. Wear body makeup.

Question: Has anyone used a compression earring for a keloid scar? I have a keloid scar behind my ear lobe. It isn't obvious, but it bugs me that its there. Has anyone had any success in shrinking a keloid by using a compression earring?

Answer: In the past I used compression earrings after having keloids removed from my earlobes. Since the keloid was removed it didn't shrink it, but it prevented keloids from developing where the previous keloids were just removed.

Question: How do i get rid of a Keloid scar on my Tragus piercing? Ive had my tragus pierced for about 2 months now but have got a little lump on it. i asked my piercer what the little lump was on my tragus piercing and she said it was a keloid scar which is just excess skin (right?) and she said that bazuka gel will get rid of it. is this true ? are the any other ways of getting rid of them ? please help ! thanks !

Answer: Keloid scars are rare and usually genetic. I highly doubt you have a keloid. They must be diagnosed and removed by a dermatologist. Unfortunately there are still piercers who label every bump a keloid. I wouldn't put anything on it until you know for certain what the bump is. Before using Bazuka gel, which could harm your piercing, try hot saline or chamomile tea compresses twice a day for ten minutes each. If the bump reduces in size it's not a keloid.

Question: Will I develop a keloid scar on my ankle if I get a tattoo there? I already have one on my chest and know I cant get tattoos on my upper body, but is there a possibility that I'll develop a new keloid scar on my ankle?

Answer: There is a greater risk in anyone who has already shown the tendency to form keloid scars.

Question: Can I get a tattoo if I have a keloid scar? I have one keloid scar from a major surgery I underwent a few years ago. I have multiple piercings that did not keloid. I am considering getting a tattoo but am fearful that it might keloid. How likely would it be that the tattoo would keloid? Thanks!

Answer: all i can tell you is i am prone to keloids as well, have a few from different surgeries, and i also have numerous tattoos and piercings that have never keloided. i don't think the needle goes deep enough to really cause the wound to keloid.

Question: How to remove a keloid scar? I have a keloid scar on my left shoulder resulting from a injection when I was 5 (I am now 16) and am looking for ways to help remove the keloid. Any suggestions? I am currently considering Mederma

Answer: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Keloid http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hypertrophi… If it is truly a keloid and not a hypertrophic scar, then surgery to remove it may not be the best option, since if you are prone to keloids from wounds, then surgery may cause fresh keloids, and they may end up larger than before. But if you go for surgery, combine it with the other treatments. And that goes for any surgery or other breaking of the skin (injections, piercings, etc). Mederma might help if you are not allergic to onions: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mederma Contractubex Gel & Hexilak Gel contain the same active ingredient as Mederma. Scar dressings and/or compression bandages may help reduce the presence over time, though they can cause itching and irritation. There are products which contain mucin or other snail extracts which may help. Small ones can be frozen off. Radiation therapy, laser therapy, and new autoimmune drugs may help too. There are a number of options, so I would talk to a dermatologist.

Question: Can you tell me if there is a risk of me getting a keloid scar if i have my belly button pierced? I want to get my belly button pierced, but i am not sure if i will get a keloid scar because of it, as i all ready have one due to having my mole removed. Though i all ready have my ears periced and there perfectly fine and i had them done 8 years ago.

Answer: If you've already experienced a keloid, the chances of you having one due to any piercing are pretty high. Keloids are more likely to happen in people with dark skin tones, but aren't very common. Are you sure it was a keloid scar when you had your mole removed? Many people confuse hypertropic scars with keloids. Keloids grow quickly and outside of the original area of the wound. They can only be treated with steroid injections or surgical removal. If you did develop a keloid from a mole removal, I would not suggest getting pierced. If it was just simple scar tissue, you should have no problems with a piercing, provided you care for it properly.

Question: Will I develop a keloid scar in my penis after circumcision? I am 39 years old ,and I want to have the circumcision made,but I am a little afraid.Once I had an accident and I developed a keloid scar in my back.Will I get it in my penis too?Is that posible?SERIOUS ANSWER PLEASE!!

Answer: I also get keloids. Keloid formation on the genitals is pretty rare, but it IS possible. I've seen pictures of one case of keloids from a circumcision and it was quite serious- the scar engulfed the penis and required corrective surgery to remove. I would discuss this with your doctor- possibly with a surgeon and a dermatologist, if a circumcision is really something you want to do, to asses your personal risk here. -Neb

Question: How can i prevent a keloid scar? at the end of january i slipped and fell at school. it split my knee open and i needed stitches but we didnt relize how bad it was so i didnt get them. now three months later there is still a closed wound which we think will become a keloid scar. is there anything i can do to prevent that?

Answer: Keloid scars can happen to anyone but are more prone in black people. Dr's can inject the scar with Kenalog which is a medicine that is known for it's abilities in reducing scar tissue accumulation. After the scar is formed I am not aware of anything that would reduce the Keloid should one appear. In fire burn scars,it is often treated with a fitted elastic bandage to minimize scaring so you might try an elastic wrap that is pretty smooth,sush as TED hose that can be found at Wal Mart or possibly at your local Senior Citizen specialty pharmacy.

Question: Can you pierce over a small keloid scar? When I was 18 I tried stretching my ear lobes slightly but did it too fast. They bled and a keloid scar formed so that the hole filled up (instead of it being a hole). The hole was about the size of a pea. Can I pierce over it for regular earrings? & I had regular earrings/ears pierced before that.

Answer: Yah u can i did :]

Question: I am getting a mole removed from the back of my neck, although the doctor said it may lead to a keloid scar? So i asked my local GP about the mole, he said it was in the "cape region" which may lead to a keloid scar. The cut he would have to make would only be 1cm, but i am still worried about the keloid. Is it very likely to occur?

Answer: Doctors are required to disclose any possible complications. A keloid is just a raised scar. There are some products that can reduce scaring. I would go see a plastic surgeon to reduce the chances of having a bad scar.

Question: Has anyone ever had that kenelog shot for keloid and it worked or made a difference in the scar? Or have you had the plastic surgery to have the scar removed and it did not come back? Every doc I've seen so far say there is nothing you can do it has got to be something. What is the big deal with keloid scars? If a doc can sew someones limb back on why can't they remove a keloid? Just asking a hypatheical question. What is tree oil please?

Answer: if you apply tea tree oil to the spot after you have the operation OR to the spot whil eit is still small, this prevents it from growing bigger.

Question: Where can I get something to treat a keloid scar? I have a keloid scar on my ear and am wondering where I can buy something to ( Hopefully ) clear it up. Because having it surgically removed is out of my price range so I need something that is both affordable and efficient. ANY HELP WILL BE APPRECIATED :D I live in So-Cal

Answer: try www.blemish-be-gone.com