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Chicken pox mark

2016-10-15 08:28:27
Hi dr. I suffered from chicken pox 4 years before. It left some marks but one of its mark which is on my arm , is getting bi day by day. I also felt itching around it. Ki dly suggest something.
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It's  developed into keloid.  Intalesional steroid  is safe and very effective.  Consult your dermatologist.

Answered2016-10-15 18:42:07

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This is a keloid. The size can be reduced by intra lesional injections or chemotherapy. Contact a dermatologist for management.
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Start applying silicon gels daily and use silicon gel sheet

Answered2016-10-15 08:49:18

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