Scars: Hypertrophic Scar

Hypertrophic scars are raised and thickened scars that are confined to the wound margin. They develop immediately after an injury within a few weeks to months. Occasionally they may gradually improve spontaneously. They may be itchy or painful. For management of hypertrophic scars, the same techniques as discussed below for keloid scars can be used. Hypertrophic scars generally respond well to treatment.