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A member asked:
How can you prevent keloids on new piercings?
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Unknown: Some things may help decrease keloid formation like pressure earrings, steroid injections or silicone sheeting. If you are prone to developing keloids there is always a chance for keloid formation after any piercing or trauma.
Answered 5/16/2018
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No way to guarantee: If you have a history of keloids, there is certainly a risk of developing keloids from piercings of other skin injuries. There is no guaranteed way to prevent them. If you don't have a history of keloids its less likely you'll get them in any event.
Answered 7/4/2017
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