Ever since I had my first dermatologic surgery back in junior high, I've had (and been self-conscious about) my scars. I have one prominent scar on my collarbone that spans several inches from 6 or 7 ...

A little background: Scars form when trauma damages the collagen-clad dermis, the layer of skin directly underneath the top layer, as well as the epidermis, in which then "your skin then goes through ...

Scars — we’ve all got ‘em. Whether they’re from a stumble we took in first grade, or from a recent, unexpected accident, each scar on our body tells a story. Our individual scars make us unique, but ...

Each October, we’re surrounded by the color pink as breast cancer awareness month gets into full swing. It can be a challenging time for many, but also a time of celebration. Sometimes, I forget I had ...

I'm of the belief that a scar is a symbol of your strength in getting through whatever challenge caused it. That said, for those who are looking for scar fading remedies, there are options — and some ...

Many patients seek out their local Emergency Department across the country on a daily basis for management of open wounds that usually include primary closure with either sutures or staples. Open ...

Waiting for a scar to fade can feel like a bit of a waiting game. But if you’re looking to speed up the healing process, silicone scar sheets might be able to help. Silicone scar sheets are ...

The emotional and physical investment in surgery, whether aesthetic or medically required, is huge: any changes made to your body are big ones. Inevitably, that emotional and physical investment will ...

Scars are like the not-so-pleasant souvenirs of life's little battles. Whether from a fall, acne, or surgery, they often linger longer than we'd like. But before you break the bank on expensive ...

This might seem like a bit of a 'duh' question but it's good to understand the mechanisms at play when scars form. "Acne causes inflammation," explains Dr Fabusiwa. "This inflammation damages the skin ...