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What Causes Redness And Inflammation Over The Keloid?
Question: Hi, I have a small keloid on my chest since the past 2 years.Gets bit red and inflamed with itchiness when i sweat esp during a workout.Doesn't bother me otherwise. Please advise whether there is any medication for same other than a surgical removal.
Brief Answer:
Intra-lesional corticosteroids are likely to be helpful
Detailed Answer:
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The redness and inflammation over the keloid can be reduce by injecting corticosteroids into the keloid. It comes in brands like kenacort. It is effective in relieving the inflammation but the dose may need to be repeated from time to time. Even in case of surgical removal, there is significant possibility of recurrence.
Regards
Dr. Kunal Saha
Intra-lesional corticosteroids are likely to be helpful
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.
The redness and inflammation over the keloid can be reduce by injecting corticosteroids into the keloid. It comes in brands like kenacort. It is effective in relieving the inflammation but the dose may need to be repeated from time to time. Even in case of surgical removal, there is significant possibility of recurrence.
Regards
Dr. Kunal Saha
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