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Can a Keloid Grow Back if Your Still Growing?

my doctor said if they cut off it will grow back even larger so i want to know if i use the rubber band method will it grow back larger to and my keloid hasn't grown in 3 years and its a small one on my earlobe

1 Doctor Answer | Asked by dgd4355d
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Earlobe keloid scars can be treated effectively

Rubber bands are not a suitable treatment option for keloids. I would recommend a visit to an expert surgeon and initiation of keloid treatment for the scar.

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