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Do I Have Keloid or Hypertrophic Scar?
asked 2 years ago by Tania Huezo
Latest answer by Raffy Karamanoukian, MD
Question viewed 1,618 times
Tags: abdomen, hypertrophic, keloid scar, scar
I had major surgery about 11 months ago. A tumor was removed from my pancreas. At the beginning, the scar looked normal, but 2 months after, I started noticing it getting bigger and thicker. It's much bigger now (see picture) than what it was 4 months ago. Can you tell me if its a hypertrophic or a keloid scar? How can I get rid of this? I'm really frustrated because I hate it and I can't wear 2-piece bathing suits anymore. Any anwsers will be appreciated.
2 answers to Do I Have Keloid or Hypertrophic Scar?
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This is a keloid
this should not be cut out, or it will get bigger. you need to perform KTP laser or PDL laser, steroid and 5-fluorouracil injections. those will bring it down and begin to soften it. if that fails, then radiation may be needed but is doubtful. here is a short video on my thoughts about which is which.
best,
sml
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Samuel Lam, MD
Dallas Facial Plastic Surgeon
Dallas Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Improving a scar on the chest with scar ointment
Technically a keloid scar as it is raised above the plane of the skin. I would apply a scar ointment such as Scar-Stick and massage in daily. In addition, PDL and TAC injections will also help the scar.
Raffy Karamanoukian, MD
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon