Silicone gel sheets can help prevent scars from growing into keloids. Honey has anti-inflammatory properties that may help reduce scar size during healing. Cryotherapy uses extreme cold to reduce ...

A study explores the microbiome of keloids, which are treatment-resistant raised scars. Some wounds heal completely; some wounds leave a scar; and some wounds leave a noticeable raised and growing ...

Keloids are fibrotic scars that extend beyond the boundaries of the original wound, often causing physical disfigurement and emotional distress. These scars are driven by an overproduction of ...

Keloids are more than just a cosmetic concern; they can be a source of discomfort and emotional distress. For Black people, the tendency to develop keloids is notably higher, a fact that has both ...

This schematic diagram shows how a specific population of fibroblast expressing PIEZO2 protein contribute to the formation and growth of keloids. Keloids are raised, overgrown scars that can develop ...