Keloids FAQ
What are keloids?
Keloids are raised overgrowths of scar tissue that occur at the site of a skin injury.
What causes keloids?
Keloids are caused by an overgrowth of collagen at the site of a healed skin injury or surgical incision.
Are keloids contagious?
No, keloids are not contagious and cannot be spread from person to person.
How are keloids diagnosed?
Keloids are typically diagnosed based on their characteristic appearance and a medical history of a skin injury at the site.
Can keloids be prevented?
Prevention includes minimizing skin injuries and using treatments such as silicone gel sheets on healing wounds.
Are keloids painful?
Keloids may be itchy, tender, or painful, but they are not typically harmful to general health.
What treatments are available for keloids?
Treatment options include silicone gel sheets, corticosteroid injections, fluorouracil cream, cryotherapy, and surgical removal.
Do keloids go away on their own?
Keloids may not go away on their own and often require treatment to reduce their size and symptoms.
Can you get rid of keloids completely?
While complete removal of keloids is not always possible, various treatments can help reduce their size and improve their appearance.
Are there over-the-counter medications for keloids?
Some treatments for keloids, such as silicone gel sheets, may be available over the counter, but others require a prescription.
What are the side effects of keloid treatments?
Possible side effects vary by treatment and may include skin irritation, discoloration, or pain at the site.
How long does it take for keloid treatments to show results?
Results may vary, but improvements in keloid size and symptoms are typically seen over several weeks or months of treatment.
Can keloids come back after treatment?
While treatments can improve keloids, there is a risk of recurrence, especially if the skin is injured again.
Is surgical removal the only option for large keloids?
Surgical removal is one option for large or persistent keloids, but it carries a risk of new keloids forming at the incision site.
Can keloids cause complications?
Keloids may cause emotional distress or self-consciousness due to their appearance, but they do not usually lead to major health complications.
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