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What are the chances of getting keloids after my scar heals?
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Keloid scars: Dear hashooil, it depends on how they are taken care of. With excision, regular injections of steroids, use of silicone sheeting, the chances that the keloid will come back are minimal. Best regards, nima shemirani.
Answered 5/5/2016
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No white. Area varie: If you're white you won't. The darker you are the bigger chance. Shoulders, back, and sternum are very high risk areas for keloid formation.
Answered 12/9/2013
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