i took one of my earings out to let the hole close and it got this nasty bump on it, i know its scar tissue its like this bump like the size of a pencil eraser but a little smaller. it feels like theres stuff in it but im not sure. its just really gross and i wanna get rid of it.....any ideas?
2007-01-24 02:28:34 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
It could be what's called a keloid as it has formed scar tissue. It develops around an injury site or scar area beyond a piercing or wound's original limit. Typically, area will have an overgrowth of skin, which will rise up from the site and form into a keloid. The keloid scar is firm to the touch, and can be slightly pink.
While not dangerous, keloid scar may itch, cause pain or be tender to the touch.They are often occur as a result of piercings but also have other causes. There are several treatments that will help:
Natural treatments (in case of piercings)-- Take a warm rag and hold it up against the keloid for about 5 minutes. This can also be done with a warm tea bag. Tea tree oil is also effective but is not recommended as it can allow bacteria to stick to it.
Dressings — Moistened wound coverings made of silicone gel (such as Dermatix) or silastic have been shown in studies to reduce keloid prominence over time. This treatment is safe and painless.
Compression — Compression bandages applied to the site over several months, may lead to a reduction in the size of the keloid. This is the best treatment for preventing new scars.
Steroid injections — Steroid injections are best used as the scar begins to thicken or if the person is a known keloid former. A series of injections with triamcinolone acetonide or another corticosteroid may reduce keloid size and irritation. However, injections are often uncomfortable. The treatment area can become very painful as the anesthetic wears off.
Cryosurgery — Cryosurgery is an excellent treatment for keloids which are small and occur on lightly pigmented skin. It is often combined with monthly cortisone injections. The use of cryotherapy is limited since it causes skin blanching. It freezes the skin and causes sludging of the circulation beneath, effectively creating an area of localized frostbite.
Laser therapy — This is an alternative to conventional surgery for keloid removal. Lasers produce a superficial peel but often do not reduce the bulk of the keloid. The use of dye-tuned lasers has not shown better results than that of cold lasers.
And finally:
5FU - Combination of steriods and anticancer drugs. Specialist plastic surgeons perform this treatment.
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2007-01-24 02:50:00 · answer #1 · answered by Mukunda M 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-05-27 09:23:19 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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I'm not sure how to get rid of it, I think it stays there forever once you pierce it. It's just there. I think you can still get it pierced around the scar tissue though!
2016-04-03 01:14:55 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Vitamin E is known to get rid of many scars. Buy Vitamin E gels, the all natural Vitamin E, and prick a hole into it and dab the liquid on the scar. Do this a couple times a day for several weeks and it should work.
2007-01-24 02:34:41 · answer #4 · answered by Yafooey! 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Soak the bump with a warm solution of H2O and sea salt. Keep doing this until you can push the stuff out.
2007-01-24 02:33:59 · answer #5 · answered by ♨ Wisper ► 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
suggest a visit to your doctor, the advice you have gotten so far will just increase your risk of infection and a worse problem.
2007-01-24 02:37:56 · answer #6 · answered by essentiallysolo 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋