Reducing Hypertrophic Scar from Mole Removal on Penis? (photo)

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I went through a mole removal on my penis past October. Soon after, the wound was infected and when it was healed, a pigmented hypertrophic scar took its place. I went back to the dermatologist and he gave me Dermaflex Hydrocortisone, and when it showed no results, Corticosteroid cream. I asked if there are other methods that can reduce the appearance of the scar and he said not for that area; is he correct? Would laser treatment work? Would using silicon sheet along with corticosteroid help?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Hypertrophic scar treatment, regardless of location can help improve this scar.  The process may take months. Raffy Karamanoukian, Los Angeles

Michael Contreras, MD · Answer

I would consider treating with pulsed dye laser for a total of 3-4 sessions spaced 1 month apart. I would treat with a topical steroid, either Cordran tape or silicone sheeting over steroid, during the time between PDL treatments.

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