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What Is The Remedy For Keloids On The Chest Area ?

Hi Doctor I am shekar, I have keloids on the chest area for the past 15 years and facing lots of problems due to its abnormal shapes & itching. What is the remedy & treatment for this. Please let me know.
Mon, 22 Aug 2011
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Orthopaedic Surgeon 's  Response
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Usually intralesional steroids can be tried at few sittings for few months which will reduce the size. If it does not work, surgical excision or even laser therapy can be tried. Consult Plastic surgeon for proper solution and available treatment options.
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General Surgeon Dr. Rajinder Bajoria's  Response
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Thanks for nice query
There is no permanent cure for keloids ,Steroids injection can help to some extent to decrease the keloids .Mostly it recur after surgery.
Hope I have answered your question well to your satisfaction. Wish you speedy complete recovery at the earliest.

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What Is The Remedy For Keloids On The Chest Area ?

Welcome to Healthcare Magic Usually intralesional steroids can be tried at few sittings for few months which will reduce the size. If it does not work, surgical excision or even laser therapy can be tried. Consult Plastic surgeon for proper solution and available treatment options.