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How can i decrease scar tissue left resulting from removal of a nipple piercing? will silicone strips help?

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Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Minimize scarring: If the wound is relatively new, keeping it moist and covered will help minimize scarring. If the scar is over 2 yrs old, you may want to see a dermatologist. Cortisone injections into the scar site have had good results in minimizing them.

Answered 9/22/2020

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