35 Keloid Treatment Doctors in India

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Keloid Treatment?

The formation of scar tissue is often a normal process of wound healing. Keloid is a type of scar which is overgrown and looks larger than the wound that caused the scar. Few of the approaches for Keloid treatment are:

1. Surgical removal of keloid tissue
2. Laser keloid removal
3. Cryosurgery
4. Moist wound dressings

What are the advantages of Keloid Treatment?

The following are the advantages of Keloid Treatment:

1. Improved overall appearance
2. Relief from the discomfort and irritation caused by keloids
3. Better treatment of scars

What are the indications of Keloid Treatment?

Keloid Treatment is indicated in the following conditions:

1. Keloid removal for cosmetic purposes
2. Relief from irritation and discomfort caused by keloids

What are the steps involved in Keloid Treatment?

1. The site of the keloid will be sterilized by a suitable antiseptic solution.
2. The doctor may use local or general anesthetic depending on the extent of keloid removal required.
3. The excess keloid tissue will be removed by the use of laser or cryotherapy (tissue will be frozen and excised).
4. The incisions made will be closed and dressed by the doctor in such a way that there is very less pressure around the wound site and may also use internal sutures as well.

Who can perform Keloid Treatment [Right specialist type for Keloid Treatment]?

Keloid Treatment can be performed by:  

1. Dermatology Surgeon
2. A Dermatologist who has performed successful keloid removal surgeries
3. A well experienced General Surgeon

What is the cost of Keloid Treatment?

Cost of Keloid Treatment depends on factors such as:

1. Admission fee
2. Doctor fee
3. Age of the patient
4. Area of the body to be treated
5. The medical condition of the patient
6. Post-surgical complications that are involved
7. Type of hospital
8. The admission room that you opted for
9. Any other lab tests or examination tests such as X-ray, ECG, etc

Minimum cost for Keloid Treatment in India starts from Rs.2,850

Average expenses for Keloid Treatment in India is approximately Rs.10,000

Maximum amount to be paid for Keloid Treatment in India rises up to Rs.16,500

Is Keloid Treatment a major surgery or minor surgery?

Keloid Treatment can be either major or minor procedure depending on the patient's medical condition and the area to be treated.

What are the risks and complications associated with Keloid Treatment?

Few of the risks and complications of Keloid Treatment are:

1. Recurrence of keloid scars
2. May leave larger scars
3. Risk of developing cancers if treated with radiation

How long does it take to complete Keloid Treatment?

The time required by the surgeon to complete Keloid Treatment depends on:

1. The site of the body to be treated
2. Size of keloid
3. Method of treatment used

In general, the surgeon may take 25-90 minutes to complete.

What is the recovery time?

Individuals who undergo Keloid Treatment may take 2-3 weeks to recover completely.

What is the success rate of Keloid Treatment?

The success rate of Keloid Treatment depends on the following factors: 

1. Age of the patient
2. The medical condition of the patient
3. Type of surgery performed

However, the success rate of Keloid Treatment maybe 60-90%

What are the long-term results of Keloid Treatment?

Few of the long-term results of keloid treatment are:

1. Improved overall appearance
2. Relief from the pain and irritation caused by the keloid
3. Decreased recurrence of keloid scars

What are the alternatives for Keloid Treatment?

The following are the alternatives for Keloid Treatment:

1. Use of Corticosteroid injections and medicines
2. Radiation therapy
3. Cryotherapy
4. Surgical excision
5. Laser treatment
6. Pressure dressings and compression wear