What are the best ways to reduce redness for keloid scar after mole removal?

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I have used a mole removal cream and ran out of healing ointment, now many of the areas turned into keloid scar spots, some are flat, some are bumpy, most are pinkish red and round. The last time I have applied the cream was by the end of this summer. I would like to know if there is any other natural treatments or silicone gel treatment packs that work the best and overall if there is any way possible to at least reduce the redness of the keloid scar spots? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

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 multiple, using a combination platform that includes lasers, RF, scar modulation, Parke-Davis Scar Protocols, and injection therapy. Some keloids will require surgical intervention as an initial step for treatment.

Massaging your scar can reduce inflammatory mediators that are responsible for chronic inflammation and scar overgrowth. It’s a rather simple technique that inactivates celluar inflammation mechanisms that can lead to keloid and hypertrophic scars. Start by applying a thin coat of Plato's Scar Serum twice daily to the scar and gently massaging the scar footprint. Be gentle, taking care not to slough off newly formed skin and reducing shear force on the dermis. This is ideal for new and old scars. 
•	Twice daily application of a scar gel. 
•	Scar modulation with gentle massage.
•	Intralesional injections in case there is overgrowth of scar tissue.
•	Vascular lasers for neovascularization of scars.
•	Stimulatory injections for scar atrophy. 
Scar gels work well, but should be combined with a physician-directed protocol to reduce scar formation and reduce scar visibility.

Best, 
Dr. Karamanoukian
The Scar Doctor
Realself100 Surgeon

Hooman Khorasani, MD · Answer

Thank you for the post.  Never use a mole removal cream without direct supervision of a dermatologist. I am concerned that you did not have a comprehensive diagnosis of the lesion prior to your home treatment.  Please see a board certified dermatologist.  Once a diagnosis is made, redness can be removed with a vascular laser.  Keloid can be treated with injection treatments, silicone, vascular laser and resurfacing laser.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

These need a series of treatments including lasers, injections and sometimes surgery/radiation.  Please see an expert.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Scott D. Green, MD · Answer

Hi and thanks for your question. There are various things that can be done for keloids, and can be done by any board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon. I would advise you to follow up with one so that you can be appropriately evaluated and treated. Good Luck!

Kristine Brecht, MD (license suspended) · Answer

Keloid formation can be very frustrating, and you are not alone.Steroid injections with 5fu will help. Biocorneum during the initial healing. Microneedling with prp may help.Re excision for large poorly healed scars is a last ditch effort, but this not recommended because the scar can come back bigger.Best. Dr Brecht Seattle, Wa

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