Keloid

Keloids are raised, thick scars that grow beyond the original wound due to excessive collagen production.
They may develop after surgery, acne, piercings, burns, or minor skin injuries.

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Symptoms

  • Raised, hard, or rubbery scar tissue

  • Itching, tenderness, or pain over the scar

  • Red, pink, or dark-colored scar that may continue to grow

  • Scar extending beyond the original injury site

Treatments 

❋ Steroid Injection

Reduces inflammation and excess collagen to flatten and soften keloid scars.
Helps relieve itching, pain, and prevents further scar growth.

❋ Ablative Laser Treatment

Precisely removes excess scar tissue while improving texture and redness.
Often combined with other therapies to reduce recurrence risk.

❋ Surgical Excision

Physically removes the keloid under controlled surgical conditions.
Usually followed by adjuvant therapy to prevent the scar from returning.

❋ Cryotherapy

Freezes keloid tissue to reduce its size and thickness over time.
Most effective for smaller keloids and often combined with injections.

❋ Silicone Gel & Sheets

Creates a protective barrier that hydrates and softens scar tissue.
Helps flatten keloids and improves color with consistent daily use.

❋ Pressure Therapy

Applies continuous pressure to limit collagen buildup in scars.
Commonly used after surgery or for keloids on ears and limbs.

❋ Topical Scar Creams

Specialized formulations help improve scar texture and pigmentation.
Best suited for early or mild keloids and post-treatment care.

❋ Intralesional 5-Fluorouracil / Bleomycin

Targets abnormal scar cells to control aggressive or recurrent keloids.
Often used when steroid response is inadequate or recurrence is high.

❋ Botox

Reduces skin tension around scars to improve healing outcomes.
Helps lower recurrence rates when used as part of combination therapy.

FAQs

  • Treatment depends on the size, location, and severity of the keloid, often requiring a combination approach.

  • Keloids can be significantly reduced, but complete removal may carry a risk of recurrence without proper follow-up care.

  • Most procedures involve minimal discomfort and are performed with numbing techniques.

  • Treatment duration varies and may require multiple sessions over weeks or months for best results.

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