Keloid and Raised Scar Treatment in Bangkok

Keloid and raised scar treatment in the Bangkok area

Keloids are firm, raised scars that grow beyond the original wound, often after acne, ear piercing, surgery or injury. Hypertrophic scars are raised but stay within the wound. Both can be itchy, tender or cosmetically troubling, and they are more common in Asian and darker skin. Keloids are difficult to treat and tend to recur, so they are best managed by a dermatologist. Siam Dermatology treats keloids and raised scars in the Greater Bangkok area.

Why specialist treatment matters

Simply cutting out a keloid often makes it come back larger, so treatment usually combines several methods over time. A dermatologist tailors a plan to the size, location and your skin type, and manages the high tendency of keloids to recur. This is far more effective than a single quick fix.

How keloids are treated

Treatment commonly includes a series of intralesional steroid injections to flatten and soften the scar, sometimes combined with other injectables, plus silicone, pressure, and laser for redness and texture. Larger or stubborn keloids may need surgical removal combined with follow-up injections or other measures to reduce recurrence. Several sessions are usually needed, and the plan is individualised.

Realistic expectations

Keloids can be flattened, softened and made far less noticeable, and symptoms such as itch and tenderness improved, but they need ongoing care because of their tendency to return. Starting treatment early, while a scar is still developing, generally gives better results.

Keloid care at Siam Dermatology

Siam Dermatology (formerly Dr. Pat Skin Clinic) is a board-certified dermatology clinic in Samut Prakan, in the Greater Bangkok area, with dermatologic surgery expertise and English-speaking consultation. To book a scar assessment, call 061-448-7000 or add LINE @dr.patskinclinic. Website: siamdermatology.com.

Frequently asked questions

Can keloids be removed completely? Keloids can be greatly flattened and improved, but they tend to recur, so treatment focuses on long-term control rather than a one-time cure.

Is cutting out a keloid a good idea on its own? Usually not — surgery alone often makes keloids return larger, so it is combined with injections or other measures.

Do you offer English-speaking consultation in Bangkok? Yes. Call 061-448-7000 or LINE @dr.patskinclinic.