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Can I Get My Ears Pierced After Keloid Removal Safely?

If you’ve had a keloid removed and you’re asking, Can I get my ears pierced after keloid removal? You’re not alone. It’s one of the most common questions patients bring to The Keloid Plastic Surgery Center. The answer isn’t a simple yes or no. Re-piercing after keloid removal is possible in some cases, but it […]

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Treating Keloids in Toddlers vs Teenagers: What Parents Need to Know

When a child develops a raised or unusual scar, many parents worry about what it means and whether treatment is necessary. Keloid scars can form at any age, but treatment decisions often depend on a child’s stage of growth and skin development. Toddlers vs teenagers keloid treatment involves different medical considerations because a child’s age […]

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Medical Guidelines for Treating Keloids During Pregnancy

Keloids in pregnancy can be a source of concern for many patients, especially when scars begin to grow, change in thickness, or cause discomfort. Hormonal changes during pregnancy can affect wound healing and scar tissue formation, which may increase the risk of keloid formation or cause existing scars to become more noticeable. Understanding safe treatment […]