Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Surgery scar removal
My 2 year old baby had intestine surgery before 4 months. What cream should I used for scar removal .
Answers (5)
Get your queries answered instantly with Care AI FREE
20000+ health queries resolved in last month
Hello
Since the scar is 4 months old, we can start a silicone-based gel like Mederma Kids or Skarfix. These are safe and help reduce scar thickness and color over time. Apply twice daily for at least 2–3 months.
Next Steps
Wait until the scar is fully healed (no open wounds or scabs).
Apply cream only to clean, dry skin.
Use sunscreen (SPF 30+) or cover the area if exposed to sun.
Be patient – visible improvement takes 8–12 weeks.
Don’t use bleaching agents or strong steroid creams.
Avoid products with fragrance, parabens, or alcohol in children.
Don’t scrub the scar or use home remedies like lemon or turmeric.
Health Tips
Red flags:
Raised, hard, itchy or red → possible hypertrophic or keloid
Causing discomfort or pulling around the tummy → surgical review
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced orthopedist online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+179
Dr. Venkatesh Badugu
Pediatrician
9 yrs exp
Hyderabad
There are so many cream a
Available like Scar fix , Scar End, Mederma for kids
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Alekhya Ravella
Pediatrician
5 yrs exp
Guntur
ScarEnd silicone gel can flatten scar
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Jyothi
Pediatrician
2 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Scarend silicone gel
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Shebin C E
Pediatrician
10 yrs exp
Kanyakumari
Greetings u can use scarEND cream
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.