Should I Be Concerned About Small Red Itchy Bump On My C Section Scar?

Posted on Tue, 1 Apr 2014

Question: Hi, I had three csections, the last 12/2008. I have a small red itchy bump on my scar. I placed a bandaid and polysporin. After removing the bandaid there was a spot of blood on it. There is slight pain discomfort but it is not major. What can be causing this? I recently moved and do not have an ob/gyn, can I see a dermatologist for this?

Answered by Dr. Rakesh Madhyastha (32 minutes later)

Brief Answer: Keloid Detailed Answer: Hello Thanks for the query The description given by you fits into the diagnosis of Keloid formation. Keloids are collagen tissue which develop over an old scar tissue. They tend to slowly grow in size and cause local pain and itching. Here is what I suggest 1. You can approach a dermatologist for this issue 2. Do not scratch over the area as it might make it bigger 3. Local application of steroids is known to help 3. The best treatment would be to remove it surgically or with radiotherapy I hope I was of help, if you have any further query please get back to me I wish you good health Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Rakesh Madhyastha (3 minutes later)

Thanks! Do I need to worry about infection?

Answered by Dr. Rakesh Madhyastha (24 minutes later)

Brief Answer: Hello Detailed Answer: Thanks for getting back Keloid is not a medical emergency but it will require medical attention before it grows bigger. Please seek help from a dermatologist as soon as possible Regards

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar