I have been type 1 diabetic for 20 years and have been giving myself so many insulting shots over those 20 years. I have developed a lot of scar tissue in my front abdomen area that makes me feel really self conscience as well as my legs and arms. Please tell me that there are ways to get rid of it?
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Answer: Injection therapy can help break up scar tissue
Keloid scars are characterized by their growth potential and increased degree of inflammation within the skin. Unlike non-inflamed scars, keloids have the potential for growth beyond the original footprint of injury. Our office specializes in the management of keloids, whether single or...
I would use a combination of subcision, fractional laser, fillers, and PRP SC once the skin has healed over in order to optimize the contour of the indented scars.Best, Dr. KaramanoukianRealself100 Surgeon
Begin by treating the keloid with a combination of pulsed dye laser, IIT, and surgical scar revision. Use Plato's Scar Serum on the scar daily before and after surgery. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianRealself100 Surgeon