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I have a raised keloid scar thats itchy and irritated often, will mederma or silicon scar sheets flatten it to the skin? i just want it flattened
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Keloids: depend upon the size and degree of the Keloid. Best to see a Derm or PS.
Answered 3/15/2021
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