Do I Have Keloid or Hypertrophic Scar? (photo)

I did tummy tuck and breast augmentation 9 months ago and ive been using gel sheet and vitamin E. Im not happy with my scars of my tummy tuck , i am scheduled 8 oct to a doctor to help me with my scar ...

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belly button 9 months post-op scar revision

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2 Doctor Answers | Asked by Sweetbluebubble in Miami

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Slightly hypertrophic scar

Hello, Thank you for the photos. You do not have a keloid scar. You have some hypertrophy (thickening) and hyperpigmentation (darkening) of the scars. These can be treated with revision surgery, bleaching creams, or steroid injections. All the best, Dr Remus Repta

Keloid or Hypertrophic Scar

I would call this a hypertrophic scar. The definitions overlap, and both are caused by overgrowth of collagen in a healing incision. A keloid is usually defined where the scar is well beyond the expected limits of healing. An example is a marble sized lump at the site of a simple ear piercing. Your scars do not fit that particular definition. Definition aside, it is what it is. I am sure your surgeon will suggest a number of possibilities. You have already tried... more