I am a former IV drug user. Light brown skinned African American. I recently entered treatment and stopped IV drug use. During that time I would often IV cocaine and heroin (speedball). Now I am left with these awful scars from missed injections. What treatments should I consider? I have recently started exfoliating, using Mederma, coco butter and Ambi fade cream. All over the counter products from the store . I am not sure how effective they are yet because I just started using them.
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You probably have more than scar tissue. This lump may represent a tumor or hematoma as possible diagnoses. Consult with a surgeon to examine the area. Best, DR. Karamanoukian Los Angeles
Plastic surgery scars require attention after surgery so that they remain cosmetically-appealing and barely noticeable. In our office, we use a protocol for scars that minimizes their activity in the 6-8 weeks after surgery. If you have late plastic surgery scars, you may also require laser and...
I would couple the Keloid treatment with our Hidef protocol that would include Plato's Scar Serum, Kenalog IIT, and laser therapy. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian#Realself100 Surgeon
