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Can Mederma Help In Removing Red And White Scar On Face Due To Stitches?

Hi sir, I had an accident few a years ago but it left a bad scar on my face so I spoke a surgeon he removed the infected area and put the stitches. But I still have a red & white scar on my face. Scar is about an year n half old. So plz guide me how to make it invisible. Can I apply mederma or any other option
Mon, 18 May 2015
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern.

Thanks for your query.Yes mederma will be very effective in reducing your .It contain some very good ingredients like onion extract .It also has antihistamine property ans SPF 3 factor.

For adult it is recommended to apply 3 times a day on clean face for 8 weeks.Also read instructions or take expert advice before use

Along with this you can apply aloevera gel and home remedies like turmerics paste which are also very effective.

If scar still persist consult dermatologist ,who may recommend you steroid or collagen injection or other therapies .

Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Can Mederma Help In Removing Red And White Scar On Face Due To Stitches?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. Thanks for your query.Yes mederma will be very effective in reducing your .It contain some very good ingredients like onion extract .It also has antihistamine property ans SPF 3 factor. For adult it is recommended to apply 3 times a day on clean face for 8 weeks.Also read instructions or take expert advice before use Along with this you can apply aloevera gel and home remedies like turmerics paste which are also very effective. If scar still persist consult dermatologist ,who may recommend you steroid or collagen injection or other therapies . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari