How to Correct a Keloid Scar

Doctors don't know what causes keloid scars.

There are a number of treatment options available to treat keloid scars. The scars typically appear in specific areas on the body and can prove to be embarrassing when others see them.

Treatment

According to MedicineNet.com, one form of treatment is cortisone injections. It is safe and not very painful. This treatment will flatten out the scar but leave the skin noticeably different than the surrounding skin. Surgery is also an option but may actually make the scar worse and cause more scars to form. Other therapies include applying silicone sheets to the affected area, cryotherapy to freeze the scars off and radiation.

Background

According to MedicineNet.com, a keloid scar is a skin condition that rises abruptly above the surrounding skin. The affected skin is tough to the touch, shiny and dome shaped. It is usually purple or pink in color. A keloid scar will not heal on its own and will only get worse with time.

Considerations

Doctors don't know what exactly causes keloid scars. It does not appear to be genetic either. The scars typically appear on the chest, back, shoulder or earlobe.

References

• Medicine Net: Keloid