Question 1

does dermovate fade scars?

Accepted Answer

Corticosteroid: This is a topical corticosteroid.  It will decrease pigmentation but shouldn't be used for long periods as it can thin and weaken the tissue increasing the risk of injury to the site.

Question 2

i have access to mederma and dermovate (0.05%). which is a more effective medicine to treat scars? i am aware that the scars will not disappear.

Accepted Answer

Topical silicone: Topical silicone has the best record for diminishing the appearance of scars. Mederma and Vaseline were compared head-to0-head, and Vaseline worked better. Dermovate is a topical steriod and is used for inflammation. It should not be used long term, and is not a recommended treatment for scars.

Question 3

does dermovate cream get rid of acne scars?

Accepted Answer

No: I'm sorry you ended up with scars because your acne was not properly managed. A dermatologist can make these less visible with fillers, dermabrasion, microsurgery or laser treatment. Nothing you can use at home will help.

Question 4

i have a dark scar that changes shape sometimes it would be small as it would fade but then it becomes bigger. its dark brown and noticeable.

Accepted Answer

Hyperpigmented scar: A scar can get hyperpigmented in the first six months. It could have skin changes from excess sun that are a risk &amp; need to be checked. But the ""fade" and then "bigger" as a cycle
suggests that swelling from exercise is making it look bigger and that it looks smaller when you are at rest. The area of anatomy would be helpful to answer this question better. Photographs of the changes would help.

Question 5

23 years after childbirth i get tiny cuts on my scar from when i tore giving birth. its a very large scar why is this happening its not from sex?

Accepted Answer

Requires GYN exam: cannot be diagnosed without a pelvic exam.

Question 6

can dermovate be used for allergic  underarms?

Accepted Answer

High Potency Steroid: Dermovate(clobetasole) is a high potency corticosteroid cream used for severe inflammatory conditions for short periods when milder steroid cream are nor effective.I dont know what you mean by allergic underarms.I will not advice you use such strong cream without knowing what you are using for.If you do have allergic rash try 1%Hydrocortisone cream available over the counter or consult your Doctor

Question 7

can scars be removed?

Accepted Answer

Yes: A bad scar can be excised and may improve the cosmetic appearance. There will be a fine line there even in the best circumstances. Some people get hypertrophic scars called keloids and may benefit from steroid injection.

Question 8

how to clear up a scar?

Accepted Answer

Healing scars: When our bodies sustain an injury, the immediate response is inflammation (red, hot, tender swelling). This is the body increasing the blood flow and bringing healing factors to the area and also the veins expand to carry bad stuff away. As healing occurs, new tissues fill in that are different than normal and less elastic.  This is a scar.  Over time it will fade in color but always be there.

Question 9

how do i fade my scars?

Accepted Answer

Healing scars: When our bodies sustain an injury, the immediate response is inflammation (red, hot, tender swelling). This is the body increasing the blood flow and bringing healing factors to the area and also the veins expand to carry bad stuff away. As healing occurs, new tissues fill in that are different than normal and less elastic.  This is a scar.  Over time it will fade in color but always be there.

Question 10

why do scars get darker?

Accepted Answer

Not always : Some scars are red , pink or lighter than normal skin 
occasionally they can be darker (especially in darker skinned people).

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