by dr. lam » Thu Apr 09, 2009 8:47 pm
if it is thick and/or red, laser and 5-FU injections will work to help. if it is really bad, you might need scar revision. hopefully not. the laser works to reduce the redness ad thickness. the 5-FU reduces the scar without steroid. hope that helps.
best,
sml
Samuel M. Lam, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Diplomate, American Board of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Diplomate, American Board of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery
Diplomate, American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery