Keloid Excision Treatment in India
About Keloid Excision
Key Highlights
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Removes unsightly, raised scar tissue to improve skin appearance and texture.Can alleviate discomfort, itching, pain, and restricted mobility caused by the keloid.Often combined with preventive treatments (like steroid injections) to significantly reduce the risk of recurrence.Performed by specialists in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery for optimal cosmetic and functional outcomes.Can be a definitive solution for keloids that have not responded to non-surgical treatments.
Who is this surgery for?
- Presence of a symptomatic keloid causing pain, tenderness, or severe itching.
- Keloids that restrict movement, especially over joints.
- Cosmetically concerning keloids on visible areas like the face, ears, or neck.
- Keloids that continue to grow or cause recurrent infections.
- Failure of previous conservative treatments such as steroid injections, cryotherapy, or laser therapy.
How to prepare
- Consultation with the surgeon to discuss goals, medical history, and review of previous keloid treatments.
- Discontinuation of blood-thinning medications (e.g., aspirin, ibuprofen) as advised by the surgeon.
- Avoidance of smoking and alcohol for a specified period before surgery to promote healing.
- Arranging for someone to drive you home after the procedure, as it is typically done under local or sedation anesthesia.
- Discussion and planning for post-excision adjuvant therapy (e.g., scheduling for steroid injections or radiation).
Risks & possible complications
- Recurrence of the keloid, which is the most common complication.
- Infection, bleeding, or hematoma at the surgical site.
- Adverse reaction to anesthesia.
- Changes in skin sensation (numbness or hypersensitivity) around the scar.
- Poor wound healing, widening of the new scar, or formation of a hypertrophic scar.
- Skin discoloration (hyperpigmentation or hypopigmentation).
Recovery & hospital stay
- The surgical site will be covered with a sterile dressing; keep it clean and dry as instructed.
- Mild pain, swelling, and redness are common and managed with prescribed medications.
- Stitches are typically removed within 7-14 days, depending on the location.
- Adjunctive treatments like pressure therapy (silicone sheets/gels) or corticosteroid injections often begin shortly after suture removal to prevent recurrence.
- Avoid strenuous activities, heavy lifting, and direct sun exposure on the scar for several weeks. Use a high-SPF sunscreen once healed.
- Attend all follow-up appointments to monitor healing and the effectiveness of preventive measures.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-1 days (typically outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
2-4 weeks for initial healing; full maturation of the final scar can take 6-12 months
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering keloid excision in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in India with aesthetic and reconstructive surgery departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform keloid excision. MediFyr helps you compare aesthetic and reconstructive surgeons and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for keloid excision compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 165 – USD 662 | 0-1 days (typically outpatient) | ~ 2-4 weeks for initial healing; full maturation of the final scar can take 6-12 months | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 1,229 – USD 4,917 | 0-1 days (typically outpatient) | ~ 2-4 weeks for initial healing; full maturation of the final scar can take 6-12 months | Know More |
Reyansh Patel, a 28-year-old software engineer,...
Reyansh Patel, a 28-year-old software engineer, had a large, painful keloid on his right earlobe from a childhood ear piercing. It had grown steadily over the years, becoming thick, itchy, and prone to bleeding when he accidentally bumped it. It made him extremely self-conscious; he avoided haircuts that exposed his ears and felt anxious in social situations. His dermatologist referred him to a reconstructive surgeon, who recommended excision followed by immediate post-operative steroid injections and pressure earrings to prevent recurrence. The procedure itself was quick under local anesthesia. The recovery was straightforward, with some tenderness and strict use of the pressure earring for a year. A year later, the scar is flat, soft, and barely noticeable. Emotionally, Reyansh has transformed from being constantly aware and embarrassed by the keloid to feeling a profound sense of relief and regained confidence, no longer planning his life around hiding his ear.
Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgeons for Keloid Excision
Explore experienced aesthetic and reconstructive surgeons who regularly perform keloid excision and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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