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Hello, I will jump staright into the question. About 2 weeks ago, I discovered a red scar on my left shoulder (1st. Pic). It didn t bleed or hurt in any way and I couldn t recall scratching myself too. And the weirdest thing is that the skin on the scar kinda sunk down (I can feel it when rubbing slightly the skin). Yesterday, while showering, I spotted a second one near the last (2nd pic). They have the same signs as I ve mentioned above. Also the last one has no sign of fading or getting back to normal. Can you explain what is wrong with my body? Thank you.
Scars can result due to bites from insects, cuts, scratches, rashes, tattoos, keloid scarring, makeup/chemical allergies. Avoid scratching or picking, apply ointments like calamine or Aloe Vera based ointments.
Get physically examined by a dermatologist. In the meantime, apply Silicone gel to reduce redness or inflammation, take antihistamines like Levocetirizine, once daily for 5-7 days.
You may need Corticosteroid injections depending upon the diagnosis.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Nupur K, General & Family Physician
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What Causes A Red Scar On The Shoulder?
Hello, Scars can result due to bites from insects, cuts, scratches, rashes, tattoos, keloid scarring, makeup/chemical allergies. Avoid scratching or picking, apply ointments like calamine or Aloe Vera based ointments. Get physically examined by a dermatologist. In the meantime, apply Silicone gel to reduce redness or inflammation, take antihistamines like Levocetirizine, once daily for 5-7 days. You may need Corticosteroid injections depending upon the diagnosis. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Nupur K, General & Family Physician