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Keloid

Keloid | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

What can be done to prevent the condition?

Persons who tend to develop keloids should avoid cosmetic procedures to their skin. If surgery is necessary, an injection of cortisone can be made into the skin first. This may lower the risk of developing a keloid.

What are the long-term effects of the condition?

Keloids may be cosmetically embarrassing. However, they cause no long-term health problems.

What are the risks to others?

Keloids are not contagious and pose no risk to others.

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Author: Lynn West, MD
Reviewer: Eileen McLaughlin, RN, BSN
Date Reviewed: 08/20/01

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