The information on this website is for general information only. It is not medical advice, a diagnosis, or a treatment recommendation, and it does not replace advice from your own doctor. AI was used to help prepare content for this website. Always speak to a qualified healthcare professional about any medical concern or before starting any treatment.
What this site is
Patient information about keloids and hypertrophic scars, written by Dr David Buckley of the Kerry Skin Clinic. It is intended to help you understand the condition and the treatment options before you speak to a doctor.
What it is not
It is not a diagnosis, a treatment recommendation, or a substitute for a consultation. Reading it does not create a doctor–patient relationship. The treatment finder is an information tool only; it cannot see your scar and it does not know your medical history.
About the results shown
The photographs on the before and after page are of real patients treated at the Kerry Skin Clinic, published with their consent. Results vary considerably between individuals depending on the size, age, site and type of the scar and on skin type. They are illustrative and are not a guarantee of any particular outcome.
No treatment described on this site removes a scar completely or restores the skin to its original condition.
Accuracy
We aim to keep this information accurate and up to date, but medical practice changes. Always check with a qualified healthcare professional. We accept no liability for any loss or damage arising from reliance on the information provided. Use of this website constitutes acceptance of these terms.
External links
Where this site links to other organisations, such as the Irish Red Cross or Changing Faces, we are not responsible for the content of those sites.