Getting Rid of Keloids

The skin automatically heals once it gets injured. However, as an injured skin heals, some scarring occurs. There are several types of scars, and one of them is known as a keloid. A keloid is a thick raised scar that can be removed safely through the latest keloid treatment. If you wonder what a keloid is and how a person can get rid of it, this blog post is for you.

What is a Keloid?

You may already know that injuries and burns result in scarring. A keloid is a type of raised scarring that can appear anywhere on the body, like earlobes, shoulders, cheeks, etc. Keloid scars are not harmful but can affect your physical appearance and cause emotional distress. There are some unique aspects of keloids – for instance, they can grow bigger than the injury resulting in scarring.

Some common symptoms of keloid are:

• Thick irregular scar
• Soft, firm, or rubbery texture
• Itchiness
• Discomfort
• Reddish, brown, or purple color
• Hairless, lumpy, and raised 

How to Get Rid of Keloids?

It is possible to treat keloid scars, and there are many treatment options available for this purpose, such as:

• Steroid Injection: This treatment is simple and requires injecting steroids at the keloid site. Steroid injections have anti-inflammatory substances that reduce the inflammation caused by keloids. Also, they soften and diminish the scar and are preferable for smaller keloids.
• Topical Cream: Retinoid cream or retinol can effectively reduce the appearance of keloid.
• Silicone Sheets: Wearing gel or silicone sheets can flatten the keloid. They are as effective as retinoid creams.
• Laser Therapy: This option is suitable for flattening and fading the color of small keloids.
• Surgical Removal: As the name suggests, this option considers removing the keloid surgically. However, most keloids tend to come back after surgical removal.
• Pressure Treatment: This technique is used after the surgical removal of a keloid. During the procedure, some pressure is exerted on the area after cutting the keloid. The reduced blood supply helps reduce the likelihood of the keloid coming back.
• Freezing the Scar: Also known as cryotherapy, it is a less common method to treat keloids. This method decreases the size and hardness of keloids by freezing them. 

The Final Words

There are many ways to remove keloids safely and properly. We have explained some of the possible options above. However, which treatment option is suitable for you? Only an experienced dermatologist can tell that. Therefore, you should consult with a dermatologist before deciding to get a keloid treatment. At Euromed Clinic Center, we have an extensive team of international skin specialists who can help you get rid of keloids. If you have one or more keloids on any area of the body or face, you can book our advanced keloid treatment that is performed by one of our skin specialists. Please call us on our provided number or fill the form online to book an appointment.