A keloid scar is a type of scar that results in an overgrowth of
tissue at the site of healed skin injury due to aggressive
healing process. This type of scar grows and extends beyond the
site of injury unlike hypertrophic scar. They occur as a result
of the body's continuous production of collagen which is a
fibrous protein after the healing of the wound. They often
appear red or pink in color as compared to the surrounding
normal skin. They are firm, rubbery lesions; they may appear
shiny or as fibrous nodules. Keloid scars may be accompanied by
severe itching, pain and may limit mobility if they are
extensive. They may vary in size and some types may increase in
size. They may occur anywhere on the body although some areas
are more susceptible to form keloid scars such as the deltoid
region. They occur more often in darker skinned patients. The
treatment of keloid scar varies and the recurrence after
treatment is common. Treatment may include: - Steroid injection:
this involves injecting steroid into the k