I'm 6 months post op (TT with hernia repair & a lipo on the flanks) but my scar is very red, thick, raised & sometimes itchy. It got worse over the last 2 months. What's wrong? Is it a keloid? How can I treat it? Should it be revised?
February 4, 2015
Answer: Tummy Tuck Scar There are a number of things that can be done to try and improve the appearance of the scar. The easiest things to do are scar massage and silicone gel sheeting. Other treatments include steroid injections and laser therapy. Finally, if enough time has elapsed and the other treatments have not resulted in a satisfactory outcome you may consider having the scar excised. Often, this can lead to an improved scar because there is not as much tension on it the second time around. Discuss this with your surgeon.
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February 4, 2015
Answer: Tummy Tuck Scar There are a number of things that can be done to try and improve the appearance of the scar. The easiest things to do are scar massage and silicone gel sheeting. Other treatments include steroid injections and laser therapy. Finally, if enough time has elapsed and the other treatments have not resulted in a satisfactory outcome you may consider having the scar excised. Often, this can lead to an improved scar because there is not as much tension on it the second time around. Discuss this with your surgeon.
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February 3, 2015
Answer: Hypertrophic scar This scarring is hypertrophic. A keloid may be similar, but usually implies growth beyond the limits of the original incision--for example, a marble size lump at the site of an ear piercing. The decision on how to treat this should be made by your surgeon. First step before thoughts of scar revision should be some try at non-operative therapy. Injections with kenalog, usually done three times spaced about two weeks apart often helps.All the best.
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February 3, 2015
Answer: Hypertrophic scar This scarring is hypertrophic. A keloid may be similar, but usually implies growth beyond the limits of the original incision--for example, a marble size lump at the site of an ear piercing. The decision on how to treat this should be made by your surgeon. First step before thoughts of scar revision should be some try at non-operative therapy. Injections with kenalog, usually done three times spaced about two weeks apart often helps.All the best.
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