Scars & Stretch Marks

Raised Scars & Keloids

A raised scar that grows beyond the original injury needs careful assessment before any procedure.

In plain language

What this term means.

Hypertrophic scars remain within the original wound, while keloids extend beyond it. Both involve excess scar tissue and may itch or hurt.

What patients notice

Common signs and descriptions

  • Firm raised tissue
  • Growth beyond wound edges
  • Itch or tenderness
  • Common on chest, shoulders or ears

Possible explanations

Different causes can look similar

  • Individual keloid tendency
  • Skin injury or piercing
  • Inflammation and wound tension

Professional assessment

How a consultation may clarify the concern.

Age, colour, depth, thickness, symptoms and location are documented
A tendency to form raised scars and the original cause are considered

Treatment approach

Options follow the diagnosis

  • Choose care according to scar maturity and type
  • Combine colour, texture and symptom treatments only where appropriate

Avoid

What not to do

  • Do not cut, burn or use strong acids on scars at home
  • Avoid treating a growing raised scar as a simple dark mark

Care

Useful next steps

  • Protect healing skin from sun and follow wound-care advice
  • Seek early review if a scar becomes raised or symptomatic

Frequently asked

Questions to take into consultation.

A photograph can document appearance but may not show texture, depth, scalp findings or warning signs. A diagnosis and personalised plan may require history and in-person examination.

Not usually. The appropriate pathway depends on the cause, severity, skin or hair characteristics, previous treatment, medical suitability and the result you hope to achieve.

Questions patients ask

Prepared answers related to this concern.

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