Hey,
I had surgery about 4~5 years ago on my leg which left a pretty big scar (maybe 3" x 1").
Does anyone know of any ways to get rid of this, or minimize the appearance? Perhaps a cream that has worked for you, or something. Thanks.
2007-11-03 05:37:24 · 5 answers · asked by Jeff G 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
you could see a doctor or try 'mederma' it works but it can be up to $15
2007-11-03 05:45:26 · answer #1 · answered by Sydney 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You cannot remove a scar without plastic surgery which leaves another smaller scar in its place. There are treatments you can buy that soften the scar...these are good for raised scars as well. You can find them in the pharmeceutical section of grocery and some department stores. They are usually thin strips that you place over the scar that if used properly will help diminish the appearance. They are pretty easy to find and there are various brands using the same active ingredient
2007-11-03 05:48:14 · answer #2 · answered by lizards 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sun helps a lot, but if you use a laser pointer on it every day, it will eventually decrease the scar tissue and thin the scar.
I would think that massage would help, too. Anything to get the blood flowing to that spot.
TX Mom
Not an expert
2007-11-03 05:46:27 · answer #3 · answered by TX Mom 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Stri- Vectin (available at GNC) works on stretch marks. Have you tried mederma? It is made specifically for scar removal.
2007-11-03 05:59:44 · answer #4 · answered by bevrossg 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
when i was little my half of my ear got cut off and my parents left the scar cus every scar has a story so dont do eny creams or eny of it its best if you leave it alone and tell your story befor and affter your surgery
2007-11-03 05:41:59 · answer #5 · answered by Christina L 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋