Keloids are scars that become larger after the initial wound heals. This image displays a red, firm keloid (scars that continue to grow) on the earlobe. This image displays dark red to brown, large keloids. This image displays keloids from acne scars. Keloids can appear bright red and inflamed. A keloid usually occurs at a trauma site, such as a scratch, overgrowing beyond the area of damage.
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Keloids are scars that become larger after the initial wound heals.
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Overview
A keloid is an overgrowth of thick, rubbery skin that usually occurs at a site where the skin was previously injured. The keloid often grows much larger than the original injury and can be flesh-colored, redder, or otherwise darker. Though they are usually bothersome only for cosmetic reasons, they can sometimes be painful, itchy, or tingly. A dermatologist can remove the keloid, but this reinjures the skin and the keloid will often grow back. The injury to the skin that causes the keloid can be very minor. Some people develop a keloid after getting their ears pierced or even just scratching their skin.
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Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008
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