I got a hypertrophic scar from my piercing. Would a cortisone or steroid injection help? (Photo)

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Would a cortisone or steroid injection help? It has been 3 months and there is little progress.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This can be treated with injections, silicone gel, or lasers.  See a scarring expert.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Robert Najera, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question and photo. From your picture, it appears that you have some mild hypertrophy of the skin that has been pierced. However, at three months, the scar is probably at its "thickest" and may improve with passage of time. In addition, it does not appear to be a keloid which would warrant intervention with a steroid injection sooner.

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