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  1. KeloidFormation of a type of scar
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  2. Mayo Clinic
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    Keloid scar - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

    • A keloid scar is a thick, raised scar that can form on any part of the body after a skin injury. Learn about the signs, risk factors, prevention and treatment options for keloids from Mayo Clinic experts.… See more

    Overview

    A keloid scar is a thick raised scar. It can occur wherever you have a skin injury but usually forms on earlobes, shoulders, cheeks or the chest. If you're prone to developing k… See more

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    Symptoms

    A keloid scar may form within months to years of the inciting injury. Signs and symptoms might … See more

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    Causes

    Experts don't completely understand what causes keloid scars. But most agree it's likely a dysfunction of the wound-healing process. Collagen — a protein found throughout t… See more

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    Risk Factors

    Risk factors for keloids include: 1. Having brown or Black skin.Keloids are most common in people with brown or Black skin. The reason for this predisposition is unknown. 2… See more

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    Prevention

    If you're prone to developing keloids, take these preventive self-care tips: 1. Practice good wound care. Keep a wound clean and moist. Gently wash the area with mild soap and water. A… See more

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  1. Keloids are another type of scar tissue but are notably larger and shaped differently than a piercing bump. A keloid is an abnormal overgrowth of scar tissue that can form months after a skin injury. Unlike a hypertrophic scar, keloids can be large irregularly shaped, raised scars that form beyond the boundaries of the original injury.

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    What does a keloid feel like?
    A keloid can range from the size of a pimple to larger than a football. When you touch a keloid, you’re most likely to feel one of these textures. A few keloids have a texture that’s somewhere in between hard and soft. Most people develop one or two keloids.

    Keloid scars: Signs and symptoms - American Academy of Dermatology

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    What do keloids look like?

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    Keloids are raised, scar-like growths that form at the site of a wound or injury. They are more common in people with darker skin, and they can occur anywhere on the body, but they are most common on the chest, shoulders, back, and ears. Keloids can be smooth or bumpy, and they can be flesh-colored, pink, red, or purple. They can be small or large, and they can grow over time. Keloids can be itchy or painful, and they can sometimes interfere with movement.
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    What is a keloid scar?
    A keloid scar is a thick raised scar. It can occur wherever you have a skin injury but usually forms on earlobes, shoulders, cheeks or the chest. If you're prone to developing keloids, you might get them in more than one place. A keloid scar isn't harmful to your physical health, but it can cause emotional distress.

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    How can a dermatologist diagnose a keloid?
    A dermatologist can usually diagnose a keloid by looking at it. Sometimes, another skin condition can look like a keloid. For example, if someone has an allergic skin reaction to the gold in their earrings, the swelling can look like a keloid. If it looks like you might have another condition, your dermatologist can perform a skin biopsy.

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  3. Medical News Today
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    Piercing bump vs. keloid: How to tell the difference

    WEBOct 9, 2023 · Learn about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of piercing bumps and keloids, two types of skin changes that can occur after a piercing. Find out how to distinguish them and when to seek medical help.

     
  4. Verywell Health
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/piercing-bump-vs-keloid-7367712

    Piercing Bump vs. Keloid: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment

  5. Healthline
    https://www.healthline.com/health/keloids

    Keloid Scars: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments - Healthline

  7. Mayo Clinic
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    Keloid scar - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic

  8. American Academy of Dermatology
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    Keloid scars: Diagnosis and treatment - American …

    WEBA keloid can feel uncomfortable, itchy, or painful. If a keloid develops over a shoulder or other joint, it can limit how far you can move. Many people simply dislike the way keloids look. Here’s what you can expect when you …

  9. American Academy of Dermatology
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    Keloid scars: Signs and symptoms - American …

    WEBAug 30, 2022 · While a keloid is growing, it may feel tender or painful. It may itch or cause a burning sensation. Symptoms tend to end when the keloid stops growing, but not always. This man developed keloids on his face …

  10. American Academy of Dermatology
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    Keloid scars: Causes - American Academy of …

    WEBAug 30, 2022 · Findings from studies suggest that these keloids may occur when: The skin injury is so minor that the person doesn’t notice it. A disease causes intense inflammation inside the body. Certain medication is …

  11. Everyday Health
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    What Are Keloids? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and …

  12. Verywell Health
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/keloid-scars-2328343

    Keloid Scars: Risks, Causes, Prevention, and Treatment - Verywell …

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