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Hypertrophic and keloid scars

This section of the forum is dedicated to discussions addressing linear scars, depressed scars, keloid scars, hypertrophic scars, and other facial reconstructive topics. (Of note, Dr. Lam no longer accepts medical insurance so he rarely manages cancer reconstruction or trauma anymore.)
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Hypertrophic and keloid scars

Postby MichaelClif » Fri May 04, 2012 7:13 am

Dear Dr,

As a Afro-American I'm considering cosmetic surgery. I'm aware of hypertrophic and keloid scars. I read it's genetically predetermined to what extent an individual is prone to. As the cause are genes, is there any gene test or lab test that could give information to what extent I'm prone to hypertrophic and keloid scars?
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Re: Hypertrophic and keloid scars

Postby dr. lam » Fri May 04, 2012 7:38 am

Not that I know of but just FYI it is impossible to get keloids on the face, not including the neck, scalp, and ears where u can.
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
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