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What Causes Swelling On The Back After Removal Of A Keloid?
I have a keloid scar from a mole removed from my back. It was removed a couple years ago. Maybe 6 months ago or longer, I went in to get the keloid injected to go down in size. Worked beautifully, have had no issues at all. Last night I noticed it is very swollen and tender to the touch....looks like a big pimple or blister is on my scar... any ideas?!
Mon, 6 Feb 2017
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hi...it could be in infected scar...You have to better go with antibiotics...usually it could be staph infection...go with cloxacillin...if there is abscess formed then go with incision and drainage...Thank you
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