I had a belly button revision (4/2023) from a tummy tuck (5/2022) and ended up with dark scarring and a keloid. The keloid has flattened since getting a corticosteroid shot (11/23) but I would like to see what my options are for lightening the scar. Should I consider pulsed dye laser?
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December 22, 2023
Answer: Recommend having injections therapy done for this scar. A revision is also recommended to improve appearance of scar
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