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2. Hypertrophic scar - Wikipedia

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   A hypertrophic scar is a cutaneous condition characterized by deposits of excessive amounts of collagen which gives rise to a raised scar, but not to the degree observed with keloids. [1] Like keloids, they form most often at the sites of pimples, body piercings, cuts and burns. They often contain nerves and blood vessels.

3. How to reduce the appearance of scars, according to experts - AOL

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   Hypertrophic scars appear raised and thickened on the skin. They usually occur when the body produces too much collagen at the site of the wound during the healing process, according to Farber ...

4. Silicone gel sheeting - Wikipedia

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   The exact mechanism of action of silicone gel sheeting has not been fully studied. Currently, many proposed mechanisms explain the efficacy of such treatment, including the occlusion and hydration effect, increased body surface temperature, polarized electric charge, immunological effects, etc. [9] The occlusion and hydration effect is the most studied mechanism of action.

5. Keloid - Wikipedia

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   This treatment method is easy to perform, effective, safe, and has the least chance of recurrence. [15] [16] Surgical excision is currently still the most common treatment for a significant amount of keloid lesions. However, when used as the solitary form of treatment there is a large recurrence rate of between 70 and 100%.

6. Fibrosis - Wikipedia

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   Fibrosis, also known as fibrotic scarring, is a pathological wound healing in which connective tissue replaces normal parenchymal tissue to the extent that it goes unchecked, leading to considerable tissue remodelling and the formation of permanent scar tissue.

7. 120 twisted jokes for dark humor fans - AOL

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   Wife: “I want another baby.” Husband: “That’s a relief, I also really don’t like this one.” My wife and I have reached the difficult decision that we do not want children.