How Do I Get Rid of a Keloid?

When it comes to scars, many ask, “How do I get rid of a keloid?” People with visible keloids often face unwanted questions and as a result feel self-conscious and anxious in social situations..

Keloid scars are thick, rounded, irregular clusters of scar tissue that extend beyond the original wound. Keloids may occur at any age, but tend to develop more readily in younger individuals and in darker-skinned people. They often appear red or darker in color when compared with the surrounding skin. Keloids may not develop for many months after injury, and can worsen during pregnancy.

So now on to the question at hand: “How do I get rid of a keloid?” The use of silicone is considered the clinical gold standard and first-line therapy for scar treatment and abnormal scar prevention based on The International Clinical Recommendations on Scar Management.1 Kelo-cote® Advanced Scar Therapy is a patented topical silicone gel for the management and prevention of abnormal scars in the form of hypertrophic scars and keloids .

Kelo-cote® is intended for the management of old and new hypertrophic and keloid scars resulting from general surgical procedures, trauma, wounds and burns. Kelo-cote® has demonstrated efficacy on raised and/or reddish colored scars, in some cases even scars more than 4 years old. It may help to soften and flatten raised scars and reduce redness or discoloration associated with them.2,3,4 It may also reduce itching or irritation you may still be experiencing.

Regardless of the origin of the scar, Kelo-cote® has proven results, as evidenced by clinical studies and satisfied healthcare professionals and customers from around the world. Kelo-cote® is the most studied topical scar product, with more than 2,000 patients participating in a variety of published clinical studies.

Kelo-cote® is a patented topical silicone gel for the management and prevention of abnormal scars such as hypertrophic scars and keloids. Kelo-cote® Gel is available in tubes of 6g (0.2 oz), 15g (0.5 oz) and 60g (2 oz). Our patented Kelo-cote® Spray, developed for the treatment of larger, sensitive, painful or hard to reach scars, is available in cans of 50 ml and 100 ml. See below for more information on these two forms of Kelo-cote® Advanced Scar Therapy.

Kelo-cote® Gel

Kelo-cote® gel self-dries to a waterproof membrane that acts like an extra layer of skin. Helps to soften, flatten and smooth the scar while maintaining the moisture balance and elasticity of the adjacent skin.

Kelo-cote® Spray

Specifically developed for painful, sensitive and widespread scars, especially those in hard to reach areas. Kelo-cote® Spray's unique delivery system allows the lightweight self-drying silicone gel to be applied without rubbing or touching. Also available in

Kids Spray.

References

1. Mustoe TA et al. Plast Reconstr Surg 2002;110:560-571.

2. Sebastian G et al. Akt. Dermatol 2004;Bd. 30-450.

3. Sepehrmanesh M. Komp Dermatologie 2006;1:30-32.

4. Signorini M, Clementoni MT. Aesth Plast Surg 2007;31:183-187