noun
- a raised, thick scar that forms when the body produces too much collagen during healing
Usage: medical
Examples
- The keloid on her shoulder grew larger over time.
- Some people are more prone to developing keloids after surgery.
- The dermatologist recommended steroid injections to treat the keloid.
- Keloids can be itchy and uncomfortable for patients.
- Dark-skinned individuals have a higher risk of keloid formation.
- The keloid extended beyond the original wound site.