The wound has healed but left a scar. What should I do?
Disease description:
I accidentally scraped my skin, and now there is a scar left after the wound healed. How can I remove or improve it?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Liu Wenmin
The degree of scarring after a skin abrasion is related to factors such as wound depth, size, whether an infection occurs, and individual physical characteristics. If the wound is deep and involves the dermis, scarring is more likely after healing.
In the early stages of wound healing, it is important to keep the wound clean and avoid infection, which can help reduce scar formation. For early-stage, small, and superficial scars, scar treatment medications such as silicone gel may be used as directed by a physician. Apply the medication onto the scar and gently massage to promote absorption.
If the scar is large, prominent, or exhibits significant hypertrophy, treatments such as laser therapy, cryotherapy, or surgical repair may be considered.
In addition, avoid scratching or rubbing the scarred area to prevent stimulation of scar proliferation. During the wound healing process and scar repair phase, sun protection is important to prevent pigmentation and worsening of the scar appearance.
