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A member asked:
Whats the best at home treatment for a very minor keloid caused from an ear piercing?
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Compression: Early keloids can improve with compression. Try searching online for compression earrings. That may help.
Answered 3/20/2016
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None: Keloid is uncontrolled excessive scar tissue formation by applying constant pressure they may shrink. Speak to your doctor
Answered 4/21/2015
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