There are a number of ways to treat keloid scars that do not involve excision. This includes injections (Kenalog/steroids, 5-Fu) and radiation therapy (often reserved for lesions most refractory to treatment).

As always, discuss your concerns with a board-certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).

Published on Jul 11, 2012

Some keloids can be removed with kenalog injections. This method would be based upon an evaluation with your physician.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

Keloid scars can be lowered with a kenalog steroid injection and can be lightened with castle twin products, IPL and laser treatments. Surgical removal of a scare, keloid or otherwise, is the choice to remove the scar and the intention to replace it with a better, less noticeable scar. However, this cannot be guaranteed and there is no guarantee that the new scar will not keloid. There are over-the-counter scar creams that make various bold claims. It has been my experience that these may have a small, if any, benefit and only when the scar is relatively new or fresh. But these should not be used on any area where there is a break in the skin.

Published on Jul 11, 2012