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Had surgery over 6 mon ago. have a couple long purple scars on foot now. that are sensitive to pressure anyway to make them less sensitive/ less purpl?

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Dr. Jordan Steinberg answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Scars: Sensitive scars can be from nerve entrapment in the scar tissue. Steroid injections can sometimes decrease the sensitivity by breaking up the scar tissue.

Answered 10/3/2015

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Silastic gel: Silastic gel sheets can also help scarring. These can now be found over-the-counter as well as prescribed by your doctor. http://www.drblaines.com/products.php?id=scar_care i have found this very helpful with the patient in the past. Good luck.

Answered 7/30/2021

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Dr. Thomas Inwood answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Scar: It sounds like hypertrophic scar formation. Silastic gel sheets are otc now - see your pharmacist . This may help . These type of scars can need injection therapy as well . The sensitivity could indicate nerve entrapment. See a podiatrist for help . Good luck.

Answered 9/12/2013

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