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How Can A Keloid On The Chest Be Removed?

Good morning Doctor. There is a keloid on just above my central chest. Once in alternative days it is causing me hitching on the said keloid. I would be satisfying my self by rubbing the same with my shirt. Pl give me advise, to remove the same, if possible.
Wed, 19 Oct 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of keloid on the chest which occurs when deposits occurs in chest area due to excessive collagen formation. Need not to worry. Best treatment option for this is injection of intralesional steroids. I would suggest you to apply intralesional triamcinolone acetonide as it will cause break down of collagen tissue and will cause flattening of scar. You can get its repeated injections as well. You should start using a topical steroid cream like clobetasol over the keloid. Avoid pricking it.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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How Can A Keloid On The Chest Be Removed?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of keloid on the chest which occurs when deposits occurs in chest area due to excessive collagen formation. Need not to worry. Best treatment option for this is injection of intralesional steroids. I would suggest you to apply intralesional triamcinolone acetonide as it will cause break down of collagen tissue and will cause flattening of scar. You can get its repeated injections as well. You should start using a topical steroid cream like clobetasol over the keloid. Avoid pricking it. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari