Why Do Keloids Form?
No one has an exact answer or specifics for why they form, but researchers believe it centers around problems with the wound-healing process and collagen. Collagen is a protein that is needed for proper wound healing. However, in some cases, the body may produce an overabundance of collagen. As a result, keloids form.
They can also be triggered by injuries
Do Keloids Go Away?
Keloids will not go away without treatment. As we mentioned earlier, they can continue to grow, and while they will eventually stop expanding, this may not occur for several months or years.
What Causes Keloids on Ear and Nose Piercings ??
You’re ready to showcase your new earring or nose ring, but something hinders you from making the fashion statement you want.
Around the area where you received the piercing ear or nose , you may have noticed a large, lumpy, raised scar , dark coloured, mostly non painful for sometime .
This could be a sign of a keloid, and they can appear on ears or nose piercings. They typically occur in places where an injury is healing.
While they can be unattractive, keloids are rarely harmful. However, if they are not treated, they can continue growing for months and sometimes years.
How Do You Know If You Have a Keloid on Nose Piercings or Ear Piercings?
First, it’s important to realize that a keloid often does not occur immediately after the skin injury. Therefore, it may take months after your piercing for one to develop.
The primary and most obvious sign is a thick, irregular scar, which often occurs on the earlobes. Other symptoms include:
- Lumpy, hairless and shiny raised skin
- A scar that is reddish, brown or purplish (this may vary depending upon your skin’s color and tone)
- Itching
- Discomfort
Keloids also vary in size and texture, so they can be either rubbery or soft and firm.
Is a Keloid Cancerous?
No, but because they have a dramatic impact on your appearance, many people find them upsetting. They may also be painful and itchy. Keloids will likely continue to grow without treatment.
Is a Keloid Contagious?
No, keloids are not contagious.
How Do You Remove a Keloid on Nose Piercing or Ear Piercing?
We are able to remove keloids through the following techniques:
- Using corticosteroid shots to shrink the scar
- Surgical removal to cut out the keloid
We will work with you to determine which method would be most appropriate.