A keloid is a wound that extends out of its bounds and develops a mass over the cut. People with darker skin tones are more likely to develop keloids after an injury. If your body produces too much collagen, your wounds may become keloids.
Avoid getting piercings or tattoos if you tend to develop keloids. If you want piercings, get pressured earrings made to reduce your chances of developing keloids.
Here are a few things you should do before you get a keloid surgery
Keloid Creams
Try herbal keloid treatment before going for a surgical option. A non-surgical technique is always better than a surgical one. You do not have to spend as much money and risk more than you have to in non-surgical procedures.
Some creams and ointments effectively reduce the keloids. Check the ingredients in the balms and creams that claim to get rid of keloids. Research the components for their side effects and use the treatment that does not have any side effects. Ensure that the ointments will remain intact until they reach you.
Check Finances
Most insurance companies do not cover the medical bills for keloid surgery. A keloid surgery is considered cosmetic surgery. If you do not have any money to get the surgery, you can take a loan from a credit union at lower interest rates.
Make sure that you ask your doctor how much the surgery will cost and save the money until you have enough. If you have an estimate for the cost of surgery, you will be able to manage your finances and save money for it. If you have any unusual symptoms on your keloid, discuss them with your doctor.
Try Cryotherapy
Cryotherapy is a procedure in which doctors use extreme cold to get rid of warts, keloids, and other unwanted tissues. The dermatologist or doctor who conducts your cryotherapy sessions may give you a complimentary free session to let you judge its effectiveness.
Or you can get one session of cryotherapy, and if it looks satisfactory, you can schedule other sessions at a discounted price. Make sure that you ask your doctor to demonstrate what a regular session would look like and how much time you will need to spare for these sessions.
If you get a scar, take care of your scar by compression dressing or pressure treatment.
Gather Treatment Record
If you want to get surgery for your keloid, make sure you have your previous medical records with you. Visit a doctor and explain your problem to them; let the doctor analyze your medical records and answer their questions honestly.
Make sure you mention if you have any allergies to chemicals or medicine. Keloids are not harmful to your health, and if they are not as noticeable, avoid getting a surgical procedure.
Non-Surgical Methods
Try non-surgical methods before opting for surgery. Try laser treatment to flatten the keloid and remove discoloration. The most recommended way to flatten the keloid is by applying silicone gel or silicon sheet.
If all the other methods did not work for you, get a surgical operation to reduce the keloids.
