Keloids and hypertrophic scars do form on all parts of the body, however. A major distinction between keloids and hypertrophic scars is that keloids are described as claw-like because they expand beyond the original injury. Hypertrophic scars are also raised but remain within the wound boundary. Treatments of keloids and hypertrophic scars are varied with results never certain. Methods include repeated steroid injections, surgical removal, pressure, freezing, and the use of silicone gel sheeting.
Prevention is still the best medicine.
Cica-Care has been clinically proven to reduce the occurrence of keloids and hypertrophic scars if used prophylacticlly. Plastic surgeons, dermatologists, and podiatrists have been using Cica-Care to proactively treat patients who undergo surgical procedures and are susceptible to developing keloids and hypertrophic scars. Once the sutures are removed and the wound is healed, Cica-Care is worn 12 hours per day with terrific results. Preventive measures can be implemented at home, too. If you are susceptible to developing these types of scars, care should be taken to avoid lacerations and abrasions.