-Had keloid removed. -Got steroid injections. -Really want it peirced again. -Have scar from surgery on back of earlobe. -Never heard of clip ons for guys. -HELP!!
Answer: Risk of recurrent keloid with ear lobule piercing.
You certainly will have to accept the risk of a recurrent keloid. In many instances, it is my opinion, htat tis is related to a metal allergy so you may want to consider a pure metal such as gold.
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You certainly will have to accept the risk of a recurrent keloid. In many instances, it is my opinion, htat tis is related to a metal allergy so you may want to consider a pure metal such as gold.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Recommend a series of injections before re-piercing after keloid removal Our office repairs earlobes after a traumatic tear of earrings, gauge piercings, or after a facelift in which the earlobes are stretched. Earlobe surgery is composed of several techniques that can either repair torn earlobes (split earlobes) or correct overly redundant earlobe tissue from piercings or genetics or stretching. Our HIDEF earlobe repair includes a recontouring of the earlobe contour using multi-layered sutures to reapproximate the curvature of the earlobe; while simultaneously restoring contour to the ear. In patients with pixie ears after facelift surgery, an alternate technique is used to reduce the dependance of the earlobe on the facelift flap. Facelift surgery can reshape the earlobe and this requires restoration. Sutures are usually taken out within 10 days and the wound is repierced in 4-6 weeks thereafter. Keloid scars must be addressed in patients with known history for scarring. Keloids are another major reason to undergo earlobe repair if there is a keloid scar nodule that has developed in the earlobe or ear cartilage rim. We use a combination of lasers, injections, and keloid surgery. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Realself100 Surgeon
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Recommend a series of injections before re-piercing after keloid removal Our office repairs earlobes after a traumatic tear of earrings, gauge piercings, or after a facelift in which the earlobes are stretched. Earlobe surgery is composed of several techniques that can either repair torn earlobes (split earlobes) or correct overly redundant earlobe tissue from piercings or genetics or stretching. Our HIDEF earlobe repair includes a recontouring of the earlobe contour using multi-layered sutures to reapproximate the curvature of the earlobe; while simultaneously restoring contour to the ear. In patients with pixie ears after facelift surgery, an alternate technique is used to reduce the dependance of the earlobe on the facelift flap. Facelift surgery can reshape the earlobe and this requires restoration. Sutures are usually taken out within 10 days and the wound is repierced in 4-6 weeks thereafter. Keloid scars must be addressed in patients with known history for scarring. Keloids are another major reason to undergo earlobe repair if there is a keloid scar nodule that has developed in the earlobe or ear cartilage rim. We use a combination of lasers, injections, and keloid surgery. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Realself100 Surgeon
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December 10, 2015
Answer: Repiercing earlobes : keloids Keloids and hypertrophic scars are common problems with piercings and gauged plugs. They can be excised, treated with lasers, injections of kenalog and 5fu. Pressure clips are sometimes useful during the healing process. Unfortunately, there is some tendency for recurrence. Consider clips
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Answer: Repiercing earlobes : keloids Keloids and hypertrophic scars are common problems with piercings and gauged plugs. They can be excised, treated with lasers, injections of kenalog and 5fu. Pressure clips are sometimes useful during the healing process. Unfortunately, there is some tendency for recurrence. Consider clips
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September 30, 2011
Answer: Think twice about re-piercing after earlobe keloids
I don't recommend repiercing to my keloid patients. Generally, this would cause the keloid to regrow and secondary surgery to remove it would engender even more keloiding. Compression earrings can work to reduce keloid formation post-operatively, as would steroid injections. There are a variety of great looking clip-on earrings available. I know how much my patients love their pierced earrings, but sometimes it's better to be cautious than sorry.
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Answer: Think twice about re-piercing after earlobe keloids
I don't recommend repiercing to my keloid patients. Generally, this would cause the keloid to regrow and secondary surgery to remove it would engender even more keloiding. Compression earrings can work to reduce keloid formation post-operatively, as would steroid injections. There are a variety of great looking clip-on earrings available. I know how much my patients love their pierced earrings, but sometimes it's better to be cautious than sorry.
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September 1, 2010
Answer: If you have had keloids of your lobes, don't get them repierced!
Keloids of the earlobe are the product of the genetically directed healing mechanism in that part of the body - the earlobe. Repiercing is likely to result in another keloid and I would strongly advise you against it.
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Answer: If you have had keloids of your lobes, don't get them repierced!
Keloids of the earlobe are the product of the genetically directed healing mechanism in that part of the body - the earlobe. Repiercing is likely to result in another keloid and I would strongly advise you against it.
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