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Removing Lump of Internal Scar Tissue

asked 2 years ago by strid in WLA
Latest answer by Chad L. Prather, MD
Question viewed 2,613 times
Tags: chin, scar tissue

Hi, I have some internal scare tissue on my chin. The outside of my chin looks ok but there is a lump of semi hard tissue underneath my skin that I'd like to get rid of. It's about 1/8 in diameter. I was hit by a piece of equipment at a job a few years ago. So just wondering if there any way of getting rid of it and how much it would cost?

2 answers to Removing Lump of Internal Scar Tissue

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Several options for removing scar tissue

Scars can be problematic in various ways. As you mention, sometimes the problem lies with the scar tissue below the surface. What exactly is causing the lump will help determine the best way to treat it. 1. The lump may be due to internal scar tissue - in this case, a steroid injection or series of them may help improve or resolve the lump over the course of several months. If you don't have success, you may need a scar revision, which involves excising the area and resuturing to get a... more
Chad L. Prather, MD

Baton Rouge Dermatologist
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Lump of internal scar tissue

I would suggest considering one or a series of cortisone injections to the scar to reduce the scar tissue. It may reduce the scar to your satisfaction. Excision (cutting out) the scar would produce a new scar that may be more troublesome than the original scar under the skin. Also, perhaps the lump that you feel is in fact a cyst. I would consult with a dermatologist in your area. Good luck.
Bryan K. Chen, MD

San Diego Dermatologist

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