A member asked:

Does acupuncture cause scarring on the back?

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No: I am not sure if the question is about keloids, which are large pathological scars that form on people who are predisposed to form them. But in general acupuncture does not leave any scars.

Answered 4/10/2014

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No: Acupuncture in trained hands does not cause scarring. The needles used are thinner than hair. Usually there's not even bleeding after the acupuncture needles are removed.

Answered 11/9/2012

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Dr. Marianna Post answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

No: No, not if it is done right.

Answered 11/9/2012

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

No: The diameter of needles is very small and will not cause scarring. Even with gua sha (korean scraping) and cupping the bruising will resolved and should not lead to scars. There is a specific procedure called "scarring moxibustion" which can cause a scar. I don't use it my practice.

Answered 12/9/2013

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Acupuncture: does not cause scarring if done properly. The needles are not put in very deeply. Peace and good health.

Answered 11/28/2017

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