The palm of my left hand has a 3rd degree keloid scar that is tightening. Any suggestions? (photo)

February 25, 2016
Asked By:PamG777 in Lake Forest, CA

I burnt my hand on a floor furnace as a toddler and had plastic surgery when I was 12 to help alleviate scar contraction. It seems to be tightening more now (40 years later). Is there a dynamic palm spreading splint available? Do you know of a custom splint maker? It effects my work (graphic design).

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February 27, 2016

Answer: Xiaflex for scars

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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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February 27, 2016

Answer: Xiaflex for scars

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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
February 27, 2016

Answer: Scar on Palm

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
February 27, 2016

Answer: Scar on Palm

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April 29, 2016

Answer: Splints or Surgery can help

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April 29, 2016

Answer: Splints or Surgery can help

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February 27, 2016

Answer: See hand occupational therapist

February 27, 2016

Answer: See hand occupational therapist

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