Keloids form due to excessive collagen production during the healing process, leading to raised, thickened tissue that extends beyond the original wound. Treatment focuses on flattening the keloid, reducing redness and discomfort, and preventing recurrence.
Treatments
Ablative Laser Therapy
Improves scar texture and appearance by resurfacing the skin and promoting controlled collagen remodelling.
Intralesional Steroid Therapy
Reduces inflammation and collagen overproduction, helping to flatten and soften raised scars.
These treatments are often combined for optimal results, tailored to scar type and severity.