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Keloid scar

2017-06-24 11:32:18
Keloid scar on chest and shoulders. Treatment done two years before and now also the problem exists.
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Keloids can be treated in different ways including creams meant for scars , retinoid acid creams.etc.injections given into the keloid also a help to reduce the thickness.laser can also be tried. If you are getting  scars secondary to pimples , Pl take treatment for the pimples simultaneously.
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see a dermatologist
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do not get your keloid operated

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