See a dermatologist or plastic surgeon for evaluation and treatment options
Avoid picking, scratching, or stretching the scar area
Protect the scar from sun (SPF 30+ daily, clothing/hat)
Keep the scar moisturized and consider silicone gel or silicone sheets as directed
Use pressure therapy (silicone + pressure garments/tapes) if recommended by a clinician
Consider intralesional steroid injections (commonly triamcinolone) administered by a clinician
Ask about steroid injection schedules and combination treatments
Consider laser therapy (e.g., vascular or fractional laser) if appropriate
Ask about cryotherapy for small or early keloids
Consider other clinician-administered options such as 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) injections, bleomycin injections, or interferon in selected cases
Discuss radiation therapy only when appropriate and prescribed by a specialist (often for recurrent or difficult keloids)
For surgical removal, request combined treatment plans (commonly surgery plus adjuvant therapy) to reduce recurrence
Consider microneedling or radiofrequency treatments only under clinician guidance
Use topical treatments only if recommended for your specific case (results are variable)
Do not attempt home procedures like cutting, burning, or aggressive chemical peeling
Seek urgent care if the area becomes painful, rapidly enlarges, ulcerates, bleeds, or shows signs of infection
Follow-up regularly to monitor growth and effectiveness of treatment