Keloid Scar Treatment
Keloids are a type of thick, raised scar that forms when the body produces too much collagen during the healing process after an injury or incision. Unlike regular scars, keloids can grow larger than the original wound and may continue to expand over time. They often appear shiny and can vary in colour, ranging from skin tone to darker shades.
Keloids can develop anywhere on the body but are most commonly found on the chest, shoulders, earlobes, and cheeks. They can be itchy or painful, and while they are not harmful, they can be a cosmetic concern for many individuals. Dr Sagoo sees many patients who have had cosmetic surgery and are left with keloid scars which can greatly affect self-confidence, and this is why he offers keloid scar treatment and help you to build your confidence again.
Keloid Scar Treatment Options
- Corticosteroid injections: These can help reduce the keloid scar inflammation and flatten it
- Surgery: Removing the keloid scar can be effective, but there is a risk of it returning.
- Cryotherapy: Freezing the keloid scar can help shrink it.
- Silicone sheets or gels: Applying these to the keloid scar may help flatten it over time.
- Laser therapy: This treatment can improve the appearance of keloid scars and reduce redness.
Dr Sagoo has routinely carried out keloid scar treatments for several years using a combination of excision with C02 ablative laser removal combined with steroid injections or with cryotherapy.
For earlobe keloids which are fairly common after surgical removal an ear lobe clip is applied for several days to prevent any chance of reforming.
See before and immediately after keloid scar treatment images carried out by Dr Sagoo.
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With so many different combination treatments and years of experience with keloid scar treatment, Solihull Medical Cosmetic Clinic is one of the leading clinics in the UK to offer a complete service. For further information and consultation with Dr Sagoo don't hesitate to get in touch with the clinic at:
