I had a breast lift/reduction done almost 2 years ago. The scar on one side is still painful, itchy and it has been two years since the surgery. I was told it was not keloid, as it is almost flat, but it is still very pink. What can be done and will this painful sensation disappear even though it is still present after almost two years?
April 21, 2011
Answer: Steroids may work
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April 21, 2011
Answer: Steroids may work
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Answer: Painful itchy scar after breast lift This appears to be a hypertrophic scar, which is much more common than a keloid scar. It is red, raised, itchy, and sensitive. Injection with Kenalog usually improves the symptoms rather quickly, though a series of monthly injections may be required to flatten the scars. The scars even if flat do stay wide, so scar revision together with some measures to try and reduce the risk of recurrence may be indicated in order to try to improve the appearance. Some people have a genetic tendency to heal with these scars, and sometimes in one area and not another, though infection and delayed healing can cause them as well.
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Answer: Painful itchy scar after breast lift This appears to be a hypertrophic scar, which is much more common than a keloid scar. It is red, raised, itchy, and sensitive. Injection with Kenalog usually improves the symptoms rather quickly, though a series of monthly injections may be required to flatten the scars. The scars even if flat do stay wide, so scar revision together with some measures to try and reduce the risk of recurrence may be indicated in order to try to improve the appearance. Some people have a genetic tendency to heal with these scars, and sometimes in one area and not another, though infection and delayed healing can cause them as well.
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