Is there any form of surgery for getting rid of hypertrophic scars?

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Years ago, I was in an abusive relationship and as a result I got scarring. Is there a way to get rid of them?
There is...and it depends on the extension of the scars you may have.
First, if the scar is what we call too thick, or "hypetrophic". the injection (sometimes in two or three occasions by the plastic surgeon or equivalent) of ampules of triamcinolone acetomide, diluted in small amounts of local anesthetic (lidocaine), will be strong enough to flatten and disguise the scar.
However, if they are too extensive or very conspicuous, the best way to deal with them is by staged operations called "Z plasty".
Or a combination of the procedures cited above,
Remember that "magic" creams, soaps, etc, are just a pull on the leg, and will not work.
It is the work of a qualified plastic surgeon, or even a dermatologist,  (+ info)

Looking for families with children that have Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy located in florida?

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This is a very scary disease for children, and not to well known.
You can try this link, hope it works.

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/88398.php  (+ info)

How do you get hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?

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I know this may sound like a stupid question, but I want to know if it's possible to 'develop' this condition at an point in life. Like if I had my EKG and echo 2 years ago and it's fine, can my doctor find I have this condition 2 years later? Or can I just get it at any point? I looked at sites like wikipedia and it just talks about what it is, the diagnosis... but I'm wondering if anyone can get it at any time? Thank you.
I think this very small topic will help you out:

Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. This type involves abnormal growth or thickening of your heart muscle, particularly affecting the muscle of the left ventricle. As thickening occurs, the heart tends to stiffen and the size of the pumping chamber may shrink, interfering with your heart's ability to deliver blood to your body. Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy can develop at any age, but the condition tends to be more severe among those diagnosed during childhood. Researchers have identified abnormal genes that predispose people to hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Most affected people have a family history of the disease.  (+ info)

Do silicone sheets work for keloid and hypertrophic scars?

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These are raised scars that are red and itchy. I've been doing cortisone shots, but its not responding well. The scar is the same, but the itching and sharp pains have stopped. I've had this scar for a year now.

I just bough Silicone Scar Sheets (CVS brand) but I have to use it 2 months to see any results. Is it worth it? Has anyone used them before.
Thanks
Yes, silicon sheets work for hypertrophic scars/ keloid (more effective in hypertrophic scar than keloid). Do you have hypertrophic scar or keloid? Hypertrophic scar develops on a previous scar, grows for only 6 months then stops, and never goes in normal tissue. Keloid can develop without trauma/ surgery/ previous scar, will keep on growing, and can spread to normal surrounding area also. Keloid is more common in coloured races (In India it is not very rare) and common sites are shoulder and breast bone. Usually they respond to Steroid injection . One important point:- what ever you apply just make sure that it is FDA approved.
I am giving you a proper medical advise (though free of cost) so don't take it lightly, and I think in this forum all other answers (by google search) wont be of any use because most of them dont even know the difference between acne/ pimple/ papule/ keloid etc.
Best wishes
Dr Tewari (India)  (+ info)

Should i get my children tested for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?

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My father died from it, i was tested and i am ok, but are my children at risk?
To my knowledge hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is an autosomal dominant disorder and therefore if you were carrying the gene you would express it. With this knowledge you shouldn't need to have you children checked. Having said this however it is also true that mortality rates for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is higher in children than adults and in my opinion it is sometimes better to be safe than sorry (especially when family is involved). I realise this is a 'little from column A and a little from column B' type of answer, but it'll at least give you something to think about.

The bottom line is see your family practitioner, he/she will sort you out with the best advice.  (+ info)

Can a drug overdose lead to death by Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy or is this condition always genetic.?

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If the condition is always genetic can it be aggravated by drug abuse which may in turn lead to sudden heart failure?
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is quite a heterogeneous condition. What I mean by that is that HCM may present quite differently between individuals, even within the same family.

In general, the risk of sudden cardiac death is assessed on the basis of a family history, a personal history of collapses and from echocardiographic features. Sometimes genetic testing is included in this assessment.

HCM is caused by mutations in sarcomeric proteins (the proteins which make up the contractile apparatus of the heart muscle). However, it is possibly to develop a form of hypertrophied heart which is not linked to this genetic abnormality. This may result from lots of exercise (mostly at competitive level) and occasionally for abuse of drugs including cocaine and amphetamines. But strictly speaking this type of hypertrophy is different from HCM both in its origins and outcome.

Yes, taking drugs (especially cocaine or amphetamines) may increase the likelihood of developing a serious heart rhythm abnormality which could lead to death. Obviously the greater the underlying background risk (from the HCM), the greater the chances that these drugs could cause problems.

So bottom line is....if you, or someone you know, has HCM, then drugs should be avoided, particularly those which may be pro-arrhythmogenic.  (+ info)

Are Asprin Soaks good to treat hypertrophic piercing scars?

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I read online in a few Places that it was and Ive done Two soaks today and it make my nose BLEED... Like it broke the hypertrophic scar open Which I guess is good so the medicine can get inside lol.

Have you herd of the Remedy
DO NOT use aspirin on your piercing. It can burn your skin, and bleeding is never a good sign.
There are a few (safe!) remedies for hypertrophic scarring.

The first is tea tree oil: You can find it inexpensively at most pharmacies or places like WalMart or Walgreens. Apply a small amount to the bump (not the entire piercing) twice daily.

The second is chamomile tea. Prepare a double-strength cup of chamomile tea and soak your piercing for ten to fifteen minutes twice a day.  (+ info)

How can I reduce my hypertrophic scar?

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I have a scar on my arm that is large and purple. It is also very uncomfortable. I'm wondering if anyone can tell me how to make it smaller or at least so it doesn't hurt/itch.
This scar is about 2 years old.
I know about vitamin e and how it's supposed to make a scar less obvious, but does that work with scars that have hypertrophy?
If you've used something that works can you tell me how long it took and what it was called?
oil e  (+ info)

How do you treat a deep 2nd degree burn that is a hypertrophic scar?

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Had this for 9 Months and it is still big and thick
i have a 2nd degree burn and the scar is still there.scars will never go away although time can make it look better.  (+ info)

What is the difference between a keloid and a hypertrophic scar?

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hypertrophic scars are red, thick and raised and keloid scars grow beyond the original wound, can be painful or itchy.

I have had a few keloid scars myself. For more info on scar treatment see the page below.  (+ info)

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