Thyroid surgery and scarring

Beverly Johnson, M.D. answers: Getting rid of thyroid surgery scar

My neck scar is 4" long and it pooches out all the way across. This is a fairly new incision but everyone else's is just a flat line even in the beginning. What are my options for flattening it and making it blend in with the rest of my skin? Which procedure would best address this scar?


Beverly Johnson, MD
3 months ago

Think in terms of scar improvement and you will be more satisfied with the outcome.

Often scars improve on their own, in spite of what the doctor does or doesn't do. Here on the neck, I would expect intralesional injection of corticosteroids, every 3 to 4 weeks to make this scar less noticeable. Tape containing steroids (Cordran Tape) can also be prescribed by a physician.

Good luck to you!

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