I had a baby via cesarean section a few years ago. I am genetically prone to keloids and was expecting the scar to keloid at some point however after my surgery (up until a year ago) all was well. Now for some reason it has developed a huge keloid that has grown so large it has crevices where black gunk similar to belly button dirt grows in between. I still have feeling in the area if that is important at all.
May 18, 2020
Answer: Scar Dear mamaphoenix42, based on your photos, it looks like you have keloid scar and you will most likely need a revision surgery in order to improve it. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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May 18, 2020
Answer: Scar Dear mamaphoenix42, based on your photos, it looks like you have keloid scar and you will most likely need a revision surgery in order to improve it. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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May 18, 2020
Answer: Scar revision secrets Dear AZ,Typically you don’t excise keloids, because they come back bigger, but this situation would be an exception.Reexcision of scar and a tensionless repair with internal stitches. Once healed, series of steroid and 5-fu injections, and silicone based topical/ smooth compression dressing are your best bet.Incisions need at least 6 weeks to heal, not lifting more than 5 lbs during this time.Best. Dr Brecht
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May 18, 2020
Answer: Scar revision secrets Dear AZ,Typically you don’t excise keloids, because they come back bigger, but this situation would be an exception.Reexcision of scar and a tensionless repair with internal stitches. Once healed, series of steroid and 5-fu injections, and silicone based topical/ smooth compression dressing are your best bet.Incisions need at least 6 weeks to heal, not lifting more than 5 lbs during this time.Best. Dr Brecht
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