August 26, 2009 — Keloids and hypertrophic scars result from an exuberant healing response and are often difficult to distinguish and treat, according to a review of recommendations for family ...

Keloids are one of those skin conditions that can be both physically and emotionally distressing. While some people may not even notice their presence, for others, they can become a significant ...

Permanent scars are a big put off when it comes to beauty. Many people lose their confidence to face the world due to them. Injuries, cuts, scrapes and sometimes even severe acne can lead to permanent ...

The typical dose regimen of triamcinolone acetonide is 10 mg per linear centimeter of keloid every 2 to 6 weeks until clinical resolution. Triamcinolone acts by a variety of mechanisms to reduce ...

Scars are often romanticized as proof of our battle wounds and a sign of strength, with plenty of sayings out there to prove it. Sure, time heals all wounds—but sometimes it still leaves behind a scar ...

Keloids are scars that appear raised because of excess scar tissue. You can prevent keloids by avoiding touching new wounds and applying silicone bandages to protect them. You can remove keloids ...

Previously unidentified genes that may be responsible for keloid scarring have been uncovered by researchers, a discovery that could unlock the mystery of keloid development and provide insight for ...

There is good news for those carrying scars from vaccinations such as BCG for tuberculosis (TB). Researchers from the National Skin Centre (NSC) have developed a micro-needle patch to shrink these ...

After earlobe piercings, nose piercings (septum and nostril) are the most popular type of facial piercing. While nose piercings are a relatively recent fashion phenomenon in the western world, they ...

A gene that may offer a better understanding of how keloid scars develop has been discovered, potentially opening the door to improved treatment for the often painful, itchy and tender scars. The ...