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07/06/2016
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by Universo Jatoba
Marks on the body can bother a lot of people. Scars, e.g., keloids can turn, arise with the excess production of collagen, important in the process. Talita Pereira reader want to know more about it and the universe Jatoba was investigating.
The keloid presents no health risk, but it can affect self-esteem, because it brings cosmetic changes, since in addition to the relief may arise red or pink. In some cases, the question is genetic and injuries may arise as acne, burns, varicelas, holes in the ear, surgical wounds, vaccination sites, traumatic wounds and tattoos. The keloid is more common in black and Asian skin and may itch and bring pain. Pregnant women who think cesarean section should take their care with the healing process, especially if the case is common in the family.
To diagnose and treat, it is best to consult a doctor. The most recommended treatments are the use of ointments, corticosteroid injections, laser, radiotherapy and surgery. But remember that with surgery there is the risk of further damage at the site of healing.
There is the option is to remove about 90% of the keloid. The idea of maintaining the 10% is to prevent the reactivation of healing. The corticoid infiltration in periods of time determined by the doctor will help level the scar skin. Still, there is a 30% chance of keloid back. Since the process of completely removing the keloid followed by radiotherapy is the most effective but is expensive. The chances of the problem return is only 10%, but there are.
Do not freak out. Your case can be a hypertrophic scar, very confused with keloid. The difference is that the hypertrophic scar is less severe and resolves itself over time. So if there are any questions about your case, it is best to consult a doctor and find out the most appropriate procedure.
Source: Universe Jatoba
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