Hypertrophic Scar
A hypertrophic scar is a type of thick, raised scar that forms when the skin produces excess tissue during the healing of a wound, burn, or incision, without extending beyond the edges of the original injury.
Common symptoms:
- A firm, red, or pink raised area over the injured site
- A feeling of tightness, itching, or occasional discomfort
Common causes: It usually appears after wounds, surgeries, acne, or burns, especially in areas of tension or when the wound is slow to close.
Which specialist treats it? Evaluation of a hypertrophic scar mainly falls to the dermatologist, and in some cases to the plastic surgeon or the aesthetic physician, depending on the characteristics and location. If the scar bothers you physically or aesthetically, it is advisable to discuss it with one of these professionals to learn about the available options.
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Doctors specialized in hypertrophic scar
Dra. Claudia Ileana Saenz Corral
Dr. Rocio Velázquez
Dra. Arantxa Cabadas
Dr. Julio Cesar De la Fuente Muñoz
Dra. María Elena de Fátima Cuevas Pedroza
Dr. Miguel Angel Escobedo Robledo
Dr. Jose Antonio Zamora Lomelí
Dr. Carlos Manuel Diaz Contreras Piedras
Dr. Mauricio Espinosa Torres
Dr. Bernardo Rivas De Leon
Dra. Nilda Eliana Gómez Bernal
Dr. Joaquín Gerardo Joya Galeana
Dr. Ramiro Millan Mota
Dr. Mateo Lorenzo Tapia
Dr. José Alvaro Burgos Zuleta
Dr. Lorenzo Rish Fein
Dr. Rafael Ordaz Castillo
Dr. Rafael Ordaz Castillo
Dra. Angelica Leonor Berron Ruiz
Dr. Francisco Jaramillo Wong
Frequently asked questions
What is hypertrophic scar?
A hypertrophic scar is a type of thick, raised scar that forms when the skin produces excess tissue during the healing of a wound, burn, or incision, without extending beyond the edges of the original injury.
Which doctor treats hypertrophic scar?
Hypertrophic Scar is usually treated by specialists in acupuncturist, hand surgeon, aesthetic and cosmetic surgeon, general surgeon, plastic surgeon, dermatologist, endocrinologist, homeopath, aesthetic physician, general practitioner, chiropractor, nutritionist, reconstructive plastic surgeon, cosmetic and aesthetic surgeon, aesthetic physician, dermatologist, plastic surgeon, pediatric dermatologist.