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Hypertrophic scarring or keloids, how to tell the difference?

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Hypertrophic scar: A hypertrophic scar appears as a raised, red scar. A keloid is similar but extends beyond the boundary of the scar. There are treatments available to improve either.

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Answered 7/12/2014

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