Scar tissue after cortisone shot - how can i help it to become less raised? (Photos)

June 22, 2025
Asked By:Pandae96 in Las Vegas, Nevada

I had a steroid shot injected into a trauma scar on my nose to reduce scar tissue. the area around the scar has become atrophic but scar area itself is still raised. My dr told me I have to wait the full 6 months to see how my scar will fully heal after the shot but I’m wondering if the scar is actually cartilage and not scar tissue since it’s still a bump after the shot. the scar doesn’t feel hard. I’m wondering if anyone can help me and give me advice on what I can do to help it become less raised. (it’s been 3 months)

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Answer: Optimizing Scar Management: Strategies for Persistent Hypertrophic Scars

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