Keloid scars are raised, thickened areas of scar tissue that continue to grow beyond the site of the original wound. They can develop after surgery, injury, piercings, burns, or even minor skin trauma. While harmless, keloids often cause discomfort, tightness, or distress about appearance — especially if they form on visible areas like the chest, shoulders, or earlobes. At Derma Revive Surgical, we provide keloid scar treatment using steroid injections, offering a safe and effective way to flatten scars and improve skin texture.
A keloid is a type of scar that forms when the body produces too much collagen during healing. Unlike normal scars, keloids can continue to enlarge over time and often feel firm, shiny, or rubbery. They may be itchy, tender, or occasionally painful. Keloids tend not to fade naturally and can affect people of any skin type, though they are more common in individuals with darker skin or a known tendency to form raised scars.
Steroid injections are considered one of the most effective first-line treatments for keloid scars. The treatment involves carefully injecting a corticosteroid solution directly into the scar. This helps to reduce inflammation, soften the scar tissue, and slow down the excessive collagen production that causes the keloid to grow. Over time, the scar becomes flatter, smoother, and less noticeable.
The procedure is quick, taking only a few minutes, and is performed in our clinic under sterile conditions. While some improvement may be seen after one session, keloids often respond best to a course of injections, spaced several weeks apart. During your consultation, we will assess your scar and recommend a tailored treatment plan based on its size, location, and how long it has been present.
Most people tolerate steroid injections well. The treated area may feel slightly tender or look a little red for a short time after each injection, but this usually settles within a day or two. There is no downtime, and you can return to normal activities straight away. Gradual improvement in the appearance and feel of the scar occurs over several weeks, with continued benefit as the treatment course progresses.
Steroid injection therapy is generally safe when carried out by experienced practitioners. Possible side effects can include temporary thinning or lightening of the skin in the treated area or mild discomfort during the injection. In some cases, small blood vessels in the skin may become more visible. We take care to adjust the dose and technique to suit your scar and skin type, helping to reduce the risk of unwanted effects.
At Derma Revive Surgical, we understand that keloid scars can affect confidence as well as comfort. Our practitioners have extensive experience in treating keloids and provide honest, personalised advice on how best to manage your scar. We use safe, evidence-based techniques and support you with clear guidance throughout your treatment journey, always prioritising your safety and satisfaction.
If you have a keloid scar that you would like assessed or treated, we invite you to book a consultation at DR Surgical. Our team will discuss your options, answer your questions, and create a treatment plan designed to achieve the best possible result for you.
Keloid scarring can be improved, but it is difficult to remove completely. Treatments such as steroid injections can help flatten and soften the scar, making it less noticeable. In some cases, other medical treatments — including laser therapy or surgery combined with steroid injections — may be considered. However, keloids have a tendency to return, which is why careful assessment and an individualised treatment plan are so important.
The NHS may offer treatment for keloids if the scar is causing significant discomfort, pain, or restricting movement. Treatment for purely cosmetic reasons is not usually available on the NHS, so many people choose to seek private care for quicker access and more treatment options.
Keloids can be surgically removed, but cutting them out alone is rarely a long-term solution. Without additional treatments, such as steroid injections or pressure therapy, keloids often come back — and sometimes larger than before. This is why surgery is typically combined with other treatments to reduce the risk of recurrence.
Keloid scars don’t fade away on their own. Unlike other types of scars, keloids tend to remain raised and may even continue to grow over time. While the colour of a keloid may become less red as it matures, the scar itself usually stays visible unless treated.
There is no proven natural method that will flatten a keloid scar. Keeping the skin moisturised may help with comfort, but treatments such as steroid injections, silicone gels, or pressure therapy are usually needed to significantly reduce the size and thickness of a keloid.
A keloid is made up of dense bundles of collagen — the protein that helps skin heal. In a keloid, the body produces too much collagen, creating raised, thick scar tissue that extends beyond the original wound.
Cutting a keloid off at home is not safe and can make things worse. It can lead to infection, further scarring, and in many cases, the keloid will grow back — sometimes larger than before. Safe removal should always be done by a trained medical professional using proper techniques and follow-up care.
A keloid that causes concern might be very large, firm, and continue to grow well beyond the original wound. It may feel tight, painful, or itchy. If a keloid changes rapidly, becomes ulcerated, or starts to bleed, it’s important to seek medical advice to rule out any other issues.
There is no direct vitamin or mineral deficiency known to cause keloids. Keloid formation is more linked to genetics, skin type, and how the body heals rather than nutritional deficiencies.
There is no vitamin that can get rid of a keloid. While healthy nutrition supports overall skin healing, treating keloids effectively requires medical therapies such as steroid injections, silicone sheets, or other targeted treatments. Vitamin supplements won’t flatten or remove keloid scars.
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If you have a keloid scar that you would like assessed or treated, we invite you to book a consultation at Derma Revive Surgical. Our team will discuss your options, answer your questions, and create a treatment plan designed to achieve the best possible result for you.
