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How can i get rid of keloids on face and chest?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

This is a "tough": question....if keloids are removed surgically more keloids generally form...this tendency is GENETIC and treatments are not always effective. CONSULT with a DERMATOLOGY SPECIALIST.. Hope this is helpful! Dr Z

Answered 9/24/2018

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