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Types of Scars
Hypertrophic Scars

Hypertrophic scars are red, thick and raised, however they differ from Keloid scars in that they do not develop beyond the site of injury or incision. Additionally, Hypertrophic scars will improve over time. This time however can be reduced with the help of steroid application or injections.


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