Keloid and Hypertrophic Scar: eMedicine Dermatology

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Keloid and Hypertrophic Scar: eMedicine Dermatology

Overview: Keloids are the result of an overgrowth of dense fibrous tissue that usually develops after healing of a skin injury. The tissue extends beyond the borders of the original wound, does not usually regress spontaneously, and ...

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Tags: Dermatology, Skin, Emergency, Wound, Clinical Trial

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New novel therapies for keloids; discussions and clinical trials at http://bit.ly/d43Vkh

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Http://www.jcadonline.com/an-evaluation-of-evidence-regarding-application-of-silicone-gel-sheeting-for-the-management-of-hypertrophic-scars-and-keloids/ - An Evaluation of Evidence Regarding Application of Silicone Gel Sheeting for the Management of Hyper

jcadonline.com — “Morgan McCarty, DO; James Q. Del Rosso, DO, FAOCD Dr. Del Rosso is Dermatology Residency Director, Valley Hospital Medical Center, Las Vegas, Nevada. Dr.” View full resource at jcadonline.com

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Acne Keloidalis Nuchae: eMedicine Dermatology

emedicine.medscape.com — “Overview: Acne keloidalis nuchae (AKN) is a scarring form of chronic folliculitis that manifests as follicular-based papules and pustules, which eventuates in keloidlike lesions. The lesions are most pronounced on the occipital scalp and the posterior part ...” View full resource at emedicine.medscape.com

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Acne that results with keloid scarring is called acne keloidalis nuchae. See the causes, symptoms, and treatment. http://bit.ly/cauEt7

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Acne Conglobata: eMedicine Dermatology

emedicine.medscape.com — “Overview: Acne conglobata (AC) is an uncommon and unusually severe form of acne characterized by burrowing and interconnecting abscesses and irregular scars (both keloidal and atrophic), often producing pronounced disfigurement. The comedones often occur in a group ...” View full resource at emedicine.medscape.com