Is this a Keloid scar? Is it not advisable to get a tattoo over Keloid? Any risk in getting a temporary henna tattoo? (Photo)

August 13, 2014
Asked By:Helen T in Lebanon, VA

Hi, I just have the above three questions about this breast lift scar. I am considering camouflaging the scar through a tattoo, either a simple pattern or a colored image. Is this safe? what are the risks? Thank you very much for your time and advice.

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August 16, 2014

Answer: Scar

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Ryan Neinstein, MD, FRCSCCertified Plastic Surgeon
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August 16, 2014

Answer: Scar

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Ryan Neinstein, MD, FRCSCCertified Plastic Surgeon
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November 23, 2014

Answer: Camouflage tattoo

Gary Lawton, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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November 23, 2014

Answer: Camouflage tattoo

Gary Lawton, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
September 7, 2014

Answer: Keloid?

Shim Ching, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
September 7, 2014

Answer: Keloid?

Shim Ching, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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August 17, 2014

Answer: Is this a keloid scar?

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Luis Macias, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
August 17, 2014

Answer: Is this a keloid scar?

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Luis Macias, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
August 17, 2014

Answer: Hypertrophic scar

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John Michael Thomassen, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
August 17, 2014

Answer: Hypertrophic scar

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John Michael Thomassen, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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