Of all the places keloid scars can form, a keloid on the ear is often the most frustrating and anxiety-inducing for patients.
Unfortunately, the earlobe is one of the most common areas patients develop keloid scarring. Thankfully there are options available to help improve the appearance of earlobe keloid scars.
What Causes a Keloid on Ear?
Keloid scars commonly form after piercing and may develop in either the lobe or the cartilage of the ear. In some patients the trauma of piercing may set off the keloid development, while other patients may react to the type of metal an earring is made of. Whatever the cause, the keloid occurs when the body produces an overabundance of collagen!
Understanding Keloid Symptoms
Collagen is essential for wound healing and maintaining youthful skin, but in the case of a keloid, the body produces too much, leading to a raised scar. Common keloid symptoms include:
- A raised, firm scar
- Darker skin tone in the affected area
- Pain or itching around the keloid
It’s important to remember that keloid formation is unpredictable. In many cases, patients may only develop a keloid on one side, despite having both ears pierced.
At Profile MD we offer a free consultation to lay out your personalized treatment options for keloid scars. If the keloid is relatively new and small, we can often use triamcinolone (Kenalog) injections to help flatten the scar. In other more extensive cases, Dr. Mallalieu may excise the scar completely. We also have lasers which can help prevent the keloid from returning.
Choose Profile MD for Keloid Removal
If you’re looking for keloid removal services in Maryland, Profile MD offers free consultations to help you explore your treatment options.
