If you have noticeable scars, you may feel self-conscious. There are many different types of scar treatment in Portland. You will want to determine what kind of scar you have to figure out the best treatments that are available. Scars come in different sizes and shapes. They can be round, deep, long, and have different pigmentations. A licensed professional such as those at Dramov Naturopathic Medical can help identify what kind of scar you have and what treatment options are best.
Keloid and Hypertrophic Scars
A physician will ask you how you got the scar to determine the type of scar. For example, if you developed a scar from an injury, you most likely have a keloid scar. Keloid scars are firm. They often have a pink or dark red pigmentation. They will remain long after your injury has healed. Keloid scars often extend beyond the area of injury, whereas hypertrophic scars do not go beyond the affected area. Hypertrophic scars are generally easier to treat than keloid scars but are commonly mistaken for keloid scars.
PRP Therapy
There are different treatments for keloid and hypertrophic scar treatment in Portland. Professionals may suggest creams, radiation therapy, and laser treatment. However, platelet replacement therapy (PRP) is one of the most effective treatments. They will draw your blood and extract your platelets. Physicians will then inject platelets into the affected area to encourage collagen production. PRP therapy is also used to treat cystic acne scars and surgical scars.
