I am 6 months post op from FDL. Part of my scar is healing beautifully, but the rest has keloid tissue. I am wondering if I should ask the surgeon for a revision, or if this is to be expected and I should wait longer for it to heal.
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May 20, 2022
Answer: Its scar hypertrophy and you need some treatment for it
Hello and thank you for your question.
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