Keloid is caused by too much scarring.
They are seen as white-red, smooth and thickened scar changes inside and outside of a previous wound.
Often there is an element of small blood vessels.
Keloids are usually without symptoms, but some can itch and be tender.
They are most frequently seen in areas with a lot of stretching and movement, such as the jaw, front of the chest and shoulders.
Pierced ears and piercings can also cause keloid.
Keloid occurs in the healing process of a wound.
During healing, collagen is formed which holds the tissue together.
In keloid, on the other hand, the keloid formation is 20 times as large as in normal skin.
Most often, the wound is exposed to a lot of stretching (tension), which can stimulate this collagen and later scar formation.
However, the exact reason why this occurs is not known.
Younger people (especially 10-20 years old), as well as people with dark skin type, have a greater risk of keloid formation.
Keloid is difficult to treat.
Once a keloid has been developed, there is a certain risk that surgical removal of the scar tissue will result in an even larger keloid.
Surgery is still chosen in a small number of cases.
In the first instance, cortisone injections and/or various tapes/plasters are tried which reduce the tension in the scar tissue.
Reduced pressure and stretch in keloid results in less collagen production and can thus reduce its size.
The treatment is often long-term and without guarantee of improvement.
Keloid on the earlobe is attempted to be treated with a specially made magnet that is attached to the front and back of the earlobe.
Our dermatologists help people of all ages, from newborns to the elderly, with everything from simple skin changes to serious conditions.
Our dermatologists help people of all ages, from newborns to the elderly, with everything from simple skin changes to serious conditions.
