Glossary Condition
Hypertrophic scar
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A raised, often red scar that stays within the boundary of the original wound. Unlike keloids, hypertrophic scars often improve gradually over time.
Articles mentioning this term
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Recovering after hand surgery
Recovery after hand or wrist surgery: swelling, pain relief, wound and scar care, hand therapy, getting back to work and driving, and when to get help.
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Scar revision and management
A plain-language guide to scar revision and management — why scars form, what non-surgical treatments and scar revision surgery can achieve, and what results are realistic. Written by a plastic and reconstructive surgeon.