Tuesday, February 18, 2025

Why Do Keloids Form? The Science Behind Raised Scars | OC MedDerm, Irvine


What Are Keloids?

Keloids are thick, raised scars that form after the skin is injured, such as from cuts, burns, surgeries, or piercings. Anyone can get keloids, but they are more common in people with African, Asian, or Hispanic backgrounds. Genetics can also make someone more likely to develop them.


Why Do Keloids Form?

Keloids happen when the skin makes too much collagen while healing from an injury or inflammation. This extra collagen creates hard, raised scars that keep growing over time.


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