Get the real deal on beauty treatments—real doctors, real reviews, and real photos with real results.Here's how we earn your trust.

Posted underScar Removal q&a

Steroid Injections for Hard Lump Scar on the Forehead?

Jpaul123
A year ago (July 2008), my head was lacerated while wakeboarding. It left a 2 cm scar on my forehead above my right eye. Since it has healed and the stitches were removed about a week after, I developed a hard lump under the scar that feels like it's down in the muscle. Would steroid injections be an option for me or some other type of scar revision? Or is it too late? Should I have taken more steps after the initial injury? I did use Mederma religiously and it has healed very smooth on the surface. I also occasionally used heat and ice mainly for the pain. Thank you!

Answers (2)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS profile photo
Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
4.6 | 124 Reviews
Answer
Scott Trimas, MD profile photo
Dr. Scott Trimas, MD
Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
4.7 | 50 Reviews
Answer

More Scar Removal Questions

See all Scar Removal Q&A