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Scar removal revision - very red, hypertrophic scar. How can I improve this? (Photo)

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I had a scar removal for a keloid on my chest and now the scar is very red and has become a hypotrophic scar, I have tried 5Fu and Clear v laser… I don’t know what would be best next steps

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