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How Can A Keloid Lump On The Chest Be Treated?

I have keloid lump of 4 inch size which slowly spread around the chest since 10 years. Except slight irritation as it is located in chest ,I have no other problem. Doctor advised me just to leave it as it is. I wish to remove it by applying any external medicine. Can you suggest any solution ?
Wed, 19 Apr 2017
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Thanks for posting your query on HCM
Keloid generally do not require medical treatment and may not pose any problems.Given the fact that you have had it for over 10 years and since not exposed, you may listen to your Doctor.However, treatment options may incluse:
-corticosteroid injections to reduce inflammation
-moisturizing oils to keep the tissue soft
-using pressure or silicone gel pads after injury
-freezing the tissue to kill skin cells
-laser treatments to reduce scar tissue
-radiation to shrink keloids
You may see your Doctor and insist on treatment.He may consider sugical removal and measure to preven keloid from developing while the wound heals.
Hope this will help
You may write back if you have more worries.
Best regards

Dr Mbuomboh
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How Can A Keloid Lump On The Chest Be Treated?

Hi Thanks for posting your query on HCM Keloid generally do not require medical treatment and may not pose any problems.Given the fact that you have had it for over 10 years and since not exposed, you may listen to your Doctor.However, treatment options may incluse: -corticosteroid injections to reduce inflammation -moisturizing oils to keep the tissue soft -using pressure or silicone gel pads after injury -freezing the tissue to kill skin cells -laser treatments to reduce scar tissue -radiation to shrink keloids You may see your Doctor and insist on treatment.He may consider sugical removal and measure to preven keloid from developing while the wound heals. Hope this will help You may write back if you have more worries. Best regards Dr Mbuomboh