I am suffering from chest keloid from 10 years it's very painful and itchy. I want to get operated. But I am worried as many doctors told it will return and may come in many place overall body. please suggest me wt to do.

Dr. Paramjeet SinghCardiologist9yrs exp

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A keloid is a growth of extra scar tissue. It occurs where the skin has healed after an injury. Keloids often DO NOT need treatment. If the keloid bothers you, these things can be done to reduce the size: Corticosteroid injections Freezing (cryotherapy) Laser treatments Radiation Surgical removal Silicone gel or patches These treatments, especially surgery, sometimes cause the keloid scar to become larger. Prevention When you are in the sun Cover a keloid that is forming with a patch or adhesive bandage. Use sunblock. Continue to follow these steps for at least 6 months after injury or surgery for an adults. Children may need up to 18 months of prevention. Imiquimod cream may help prevent keloids from forming after surgery. The cream also prevents keloids from returning from after they are removed.  

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