Should I Tie a String Around my Hypertrophic Scar on my Ear to Remove It?

August 30, 2010
Asked By:ZombieRavers in Indianapolis, IN USA

I just lost my job, so I have no insurance and can't afford surgery. My ear got massively infected, and after messing with it too much over the years it has become what I thought was a keloid. After research, I'm guessing it is a hyperthropic scar. People seem to have success (though a lot of pain) by tying a string around it until it turns black and falls off. What are the dangers/risks? Would this work? I'm depressed to the point I cry everyday and ALWAYS hide my ear... I want it gone.

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Answer: Self-treating an Ear Keloid

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