Keloid/Scar

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Overview

A keloid is a type of raised scar that occurs when the body overproduces collagen at the site of a wound or injury. Keloids are typically smooth and rubbery, and they can be pink, red, or purple in color. They can be itchy or painful, and they can grow beyond the boundaries of the original wound. Keloids are more common in people with dark skin, but they can occur in people of any race.
Keloids can form after any type of injury to the skin, including cuts, burns, piercings, or surgical incisions. They can also form spontaneously without an obvious cause. Keloids are benign, but they can cause cosmetic concerns and can interfere with movements, in some cases. Treatment for keloids includes corticosteroid injections, cryotherapy, laser therapy, surgery, and pressure therapy.

Symptoms of Keloid

Keloid scars typically have the following characteristics:

Raised and smooth: Keloids are usually raised above the surrounding skin and have a smooth, rubbery texture.
Colored: Keloids are typically pink, red, or purple in color.
Larger than the original wound: Keloids often grow beyond the boundaries of the original wound.
Itchy or painful: Keloids can be itchy or painful to the touch.
Can occur anywhere: Keloids can form anywhere on the body, but they are more common on the chest, shoulders, earlobes, and face.
Can be sensitive to pressure: Keloids can be sensitive to pressure and may be painful when wearing clothes or jewelry that rub against them.
May be accompanied by other symptoms: Keloids may be accompanied by symptoms such as itching, burning, or tenderness.

Causes of Keloid

The exact cause of keloids is not fully understood, but it is believed to be related to the way the body heals from wounds or injuries. Keloids occur when the body overproduces collagen at the site of a wound or injury, resulting in a raised scar that grows beyond the boundaries of the original wound.

Some of the known risk factors and causes for keloids include:

Genetics: Keloids tend to run in families, suggesting a genetic component to the condition.
Darker skin tones: Keloids are more common in people with darker skin tones, but they can occur in people of any race.
Previous keloid: If you have had a keloid before, you are more likely to develop another one.
Certain types of injuries: Keloids are more likely to occur after certain types of injuries, such as burns, piercings, or surgical incisions.
Hormonal changes: Hormonal changes during pregnancy or adolescence may increase the risk of developing keloids.

Available Keloid Treatment in Lucknow

Treatment for keloid scars typically involves a combination of different therapies, and may include:

Corticosteroid injections: Corticosteroids can be injected directly into the keloid to reduce inflammation and shrink the size of the scar.
Cryotherapy: This treatment involves freezing the keloid with liquid nitrogen to reduce its size and soften the scar tissue.
Laser therapy: Lasers can be used to reduce the redness and size of the keloid, as well as to improve the overall appearance of the scar.
Surgery: Surgery can be used to remove the keloid, but it carries a risk of recurrence, so it is usually used as a last resort.
Pressure therapy: Pressure therapy involves applying pressure to the keloid with bandages or silicone gel sheets in order to reduce its size.
Radiotherapy: Radiotherapy can be used to shrink the keloid scar, but it has a risk of causing skin cancer.

Not all keloids respond to treatment, and some may require a combination of treatments to achieve the best results. Also, it’s important to work with a board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon who has experience in treating keloids, and to follow their post-treatment instructions carefully to minimize the risk of recurrence.

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The Keloid/Scar Treatment in Lucknow

At The Velvet Skin Centre, Indira Nagar, Dr. Asma provides expert keloid and scar treatment in Lucknow. Keloids and raised scars can cause discomfort and cosmetic concerns. Using techniques like steroid injections, laser therapy, and advanced dermatological methods, we safely reduce scar size and appearance. Patients achieve smoother, more even skin and improved confidence under expert care.

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