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Anifat Balogun, MD
Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon
Recent answer posted by Anifat Balogun, MD
Q: Hot water and pressure to reduce a keloid?
A:
If this is a developing keloid scar as you mentioned, then your best bet will be to see a plastic surgeon or dermatologist who can properly identify the nature of your scar and begin on a plan of action to reduce the keloid.
There are a few different, effective ways to treat keloids, including steroid injections, silicone or silastic sheets, excision, radiation to name a few.
Please seek the care of a specialist who can help you in this early phase.
Good Luck!
Dr. B.
| Board certification | |
| Education | Medical School: Hahnemann University School of Medicine (Drexel University College of Medicine) 1992 |
| Post-medical school training | Internship: General Surgery, Albert Einstein College of Medicine Residency: Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Albert Einstein College of Medicine & Montefiore Medical Center, 1999 |
| Aesthetic medicine experience | 9 years (post-medical training) |
| Medical or professional license | WA |
| Requesting an appointment with Anifat Balogun, MD using RealSelf.com is free & confidential. A consultation fee may apply | |
| Location | SkinMD 6800 E. Green Lake Way N. Ste 250 Seattle, WA View map |
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