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I had a post surgical wound, .what could this pink skin be?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Depends. : I'm not sure how fresh or old the wound is. A chronic scar that is pink and raised could be a keloid, a form of hypertrophic scar. If it's a reasonably new wound, it could be developing granulation tissue, a heaped, granular appearing tissue. This is primarily fibroblasts and capillaries, and can easily bleed if scratched. I suggest you see your surgeon for clarification. Good luck.
Answered 12/10/2013
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Could be scar: Surgical wounds change the skin and the pink can be scar tissue. See your surgeon if you are painful or swollen along with the pink or red color.
Answered 9/2/2015
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