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Keloids are common on African skin and respond best to early, repeated treatment. Injections, silicone and, for some, combined surgery and injections.
A keloid cut out on its own usually grows back larger. Steroid injections into the scar, repeated every four to six weeks, flatten and soften it; where surgery is right, it is combined with injections to stop regrowth.
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Ask on WhatsAppA keloid is a scar that keeps growing beyond the original wound, often after piercings, acne, surgery, burns or vaccinations. It is firm, raised, shiny and often itchy or painful. The earlobes, chest, shoulders and jawline are the commonest sites.
People with deeper skin form keloids several times more often, and the tendency runs in families. A hypertrophic scar is similar but stays within the wound and often settles on its own.
Keloids itch, hurt and restrict movement over joints, and they keep growing. Early treatment is far more effective than treatment of a large, old keloid.
Flattened, softened and lighter scars that no longer draw the eye.
The process
The dermatologist confirms it is a keloid, measures it and photographs it, and asks about earlier scars and family history.
A course, usually:
Injections sting briefly and the scar may be tender for a day. Flattening is visible after two or three sessions.
Flatter, softer, less itchy scars over three to six sessions. Reviews continue for a year after surgery to catch any regrowth early.
The dermatologist confirms it is a keloid, measures it and photographs it, and asks about earlier scars and family history.
A course, usually:
Injections sting briefly and the scar may be tender for a day. Flattening is visible after two or three sessions.
Flatter, softer, less itchy scars over three to six sessions. Reviews continue for a year after surgery to catch any regrowth early.
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Dermatologist and aesthetic medicine practitioner. Founder.
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I am a dermatologist and aesthetic medicine practitioner, and my work is about three things: healthy skin, natural beauty and a better quality of life for every patient, through care grounded in evidence. My clinical practice covers the diagnosis and management of skin, hair and nail conditions, alongside advanced aesthetic treatments planned around each patient.
Only with injections or other treatment alongside; surgery alone makes most keloids worse.
Usually three to six, four to six weeks apart.
It flattens and softens; a faint mark usually remains. Our aim is comfort and a scar that no longer stands out.
If you or your family form keloids, talk to us first. Pressure earrings and early treatment of any thickening reduce the risk.
Briefly. Numbing cream can be applied first.
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