A keloid is an abnormal overgrowth of scar tissue that can develop at the site of a wound, injury, or incision.
Unlike typical scars, which tend to become flat and less noticeable over time, keloids extend beyond the original injury and can be raised, thick, and reddish or dark in color.
Keloids are often itchy or painful and can occur anywhere on the body.
They result from an excessive response of the body’s collagen production during the healing process. Treatment options for keloids include steroid injections, surgical removal, laser therapy, or silicone gel sheets.