How will my new belly button look after tummy tuck if I am keloid prone?

May 21, 2023
Asked By:Trustworthy373384 in New York, New York

Hi. I never really thought of this. Im ok if my TT scar will have keloid because it can be hidden but how about my belly button? And if it becomes keloid, aside from laser, how can it be reduced? Im a keloid former.

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