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California Keloid Removal Doctor Recommendation
asked 3 years ago by Concerned Grandma in Berkeley, CA
Latest answer by Raffy Karamanoukian, MD
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Tags: keloid scar
My 14-year old grandson had acne on his chest, back, and shoulders which developed into a staph infection during football training last year. After treatment with antibiotics and Accutane the acne and infection subsided but he is left with about 50 ugly keloid scars ranging in size from a pea to a small marble. Over the last several months he has endured 4 laser/steroid injection treatments with no visible changes in keloid size. Should his parents consider surgery? What kind? Topical treatments? He is 6' tall, 175 lbs, an outstanding athlete who wants to swim this summer. Thank you for any advice and/or referrals to Northern/Southern California. Concerned Grandma
1 answer to California Keloid Removal Doctor Recommendation
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Keloid scar treatment should be aggressive and definitive
Keloid scars are commonplace, especially in the setting of chronically infected or inflamed wounds. Any area of the body can develop into keloids. Multiple keloids are a sign of genetic predisposition.
Keloid management should be multidisciplinary including topical treatments, injection of TAC, surgery, topical application of silicone, and constant vigilance. Treament goals should focus on eradication of keloids and minimizing recurrence.
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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon