Keloid

A keloid (keloidum; from the Greek words kele - bulging, swelling and eidos - appearance; synonym - alibera keloid) is a growth of connective tissue of the skin that extends beyond the initial injury or scar.

Keloids are lumpy, tumor-like growths of fibrous tissue that form in areas of skin damage (burns, wounds, ear piercings, etc.). They can reach large sizes, protrude above the surface of the skin and have different colors.

The reasons for the formation of keloids are not completely clear. It is assumed that this is due to dysregulation of regeneration processes at the site of skin damage. Keloids appear more often in people with dark skin color.

Treatment of keloids is difficult, as they are prone to recurrence. Surgical excision, cryotherapy, radiation therapy, and drugs that suppress fibroblast growth are used. The prognosis varies from unfavorable for large keloids to relatively favorable for small ones.

Keloid is a rare and unpleasant skin condition that is characterized by the formation of a hard and inflamed papule on the skin as a result of injury or surgery. It is often caused by improper healing, which causes scarring to form.

The causes of keloid are unknown, but they may be associated with genetic factors, metabolic disorders, tissue hypoxia and other factors. In most cases, keloid formations occur after injuries to the arm, face or neck.

The symptoms and signs of keloids can vary, but they generally appear as dense and bumpy scars on the skin in various shapes. The scar can be thin, voluminous, or even in the form of a formation like