Presentation
The entire cicatricial area is undermined on a subcutaneous plane which, by separating the deep scar from the superficial one, completely frees it from the present adhesions so that the existing depression is totally eliminated. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
We present a case of a patient treated with hyaluronic acid fillers at the site of a long-standing depressed scar. [escholarship.org]
However, over time, the idea is that the neat stitching will result in a better scar than was present previously. [drdarrenmckeown.com]
Historically, the scar originated 20 years prior to presentation as a result of a road traffic accident. [dovepress.com]
Entire Body System
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Physician
Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. [practo.com]
The author proposes a new surgical approach to treat these lesions, in an attempt to optimize the results observed with current loosening techniques, thus standardizing an intervention methodology that may be reproduced by other physicians in a large [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Approximately 2 years ago, another physician injected Sculptra at the site over 3 sessions spaced 3 months apart. The patient could not recall the exact quantity of Sculptra injected. [escholarship.org]
Some physicians even suggest makeup after scar-revision surgery to improve appearances until healing is complete. [latimes.com]
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Ecchymosis
Ecchymosis and swelling persisted between 3 and 12 days after the wire subcision procedure. Figure 4 A, Pretreatment view of a 36-year-old man. B, Posttreatment view 7 months after cheek acne scar release, fat injection, and laser resurfacing. [academic.oup.com]
Respiratoric
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Aspiration
The aspiration needle is then introduced into transepidermal pathways, at dermal level depth, in a tunnel route, with a consequent rupture of fibrotic tissues. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Psychiatrical
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Fear
I am always thinking about what to wear to hide my scars and live in fear of what people might say to me. "I sometimes hear people saying: 'uuuuugh' and I see people staring, they don't look at me, they just stare at my scars. [thesun.co.uk]
Outside of the slight fear factor, it’s a safe treatment that works for all skin tones. Best for: Depressed acne scars. [healthline.com]
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Anger
The meta-analysis is robust and thorough, although it failed to cover other forms of affective distress known to be associated with scarring (anger, shame etc.). [nationalelfservice.net]
Face, Head & Neck
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Aged Face
Although major utilization of hyaluronic acid fillers has been in filling of lines, fighting the effects of aging, face sculpting and volumization, 19 – 21 this case further strengthens the additional benefits of hyaluronic acid fillers in treatment of [dovepress.com]
Treatment
[…] by the National Library of Medicine Arm Intervention/treatment Experimental: No-treatment control Other: No-treatment control No-treatment control Experimental: Treatment Intradermal injection Restylane Lidocaine Device: Restylane Lidocaine Hyaluronic [clinicaltrials.gov]
Possible Treatments for Acne Scars Depending on your unique needs, possible treatments that may be integrated into your customized acne scar treatment plan include: Laser skin resurfacing: Using a state-of-the-art erbium laser, Dr. [fullspectrumdermatology.com]
"I couldn't believe that they belittled me so much as to say the treatment I was wanting was cosmetic. It was such a blow, I was distraught. "You hear about women getting boob jobs on the NHS and I can't have treatment for my scars. [thesun.co.uk]
Patients with depressed acne scars and inflammatory post-acne flaccidity, before (B) and after (A) dermal tunneling (TD ) treatment. DISCUSSION Despite the many proposals, depressed scar treatment is still a great challenge. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Treatment of acne scarring with a novel fractionated, dual-wavelength, picosecond-domain laser incorporating a novel holographic beam-splitter. Lasers Surg Med. 49, 796-802. [jkslms.or.kr]
Prognosis
What is the prognosis of a scar? Scars generally improve in appearance over the first year. So considerations for invasive treatments need to be prudently considered prior to that time. [medicinenet.com]
Etiology
Common etiologies of widened or dehisced scars include wounds closed under tension, repairs not formed parallel to relaxed skin tension lines (RSTLs), or wounds located on the trunk or extremities Proper screening of patients prior to surgery, proper [emedicine.medscape.com]
Epidemiology
Psychopathology and psychological problems in patients with burn scars: epidemiology and management. Am J Clin Dermatol. 2003;4(4):245–72. 4. Niessen FB, Spauwen PH, Schalkwijk J, Kon M. On the nature of hypertrophic scars and keloids: a review. [burnstrauma.biomedcentral.com]
Pathophysiology
Cutaneous scarring: pathophysiology, molecular mechanisms, and scar reduction therapeutics Part I. The molecular basis of scar formation. J Am Acad Dermatol. 66, 1-10. Bayat, A, McGrouther, DA, and Ferguson, MW (2003). Skin scarring. [jkslms.or.kr]
Postacne scaring: a review of its pathophysiology and treatment. Dermatol Surg. 2000; 26 :857–871. [ PubMed ] [ Google Scholar ] 2. Cooper JS, Lee BT. Treatment of facial scaring lasers, filler, and nonoperative techniques. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
"Cutaneous Scarring: Pathophysiology, Molecular Mechanisms, and Scar Reduction Therapeutics." J Am Acad Dermatol 66.1 Jan. 2012: 1-10. [medicinenet.com]
The pathogenesis and pathophysiology of traumatic scar remain elusive. [burnstrauma.biomedcentral.com]
Prevention
Injection necrosis of the glabella: protocol for prevention and treatment after use of dermal fillers. Dermatol Surg 2006; 32: 276-81. [ PubMed ] 6. Inoue K, Sato K, Matsumoto D et al. [escholarship.org]
Infact, the use of the stitches in depth is performed in order to prevent that the adhesion can recreate again: this relapse could promote the formation of a layer of reactive collagen in the region below the treated area. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Radiation can help to reduce cell growth and prevent collagen from depositing in the injured tissue. [medicalnewstoday.com]
Prevent hand-foot-and-mouth disease It’s contagious, but you can reduce your child’s risk of catching it. Find out what helps. Scabies? Treat everyone! If your child develops scabies, everyone in your household will need treatment. [aad.org]
How to prevent acne scars Stopping acne in its tracks with effective treatment—and avoiding picking—is a good way to prevent new scars. [parade.com]