Is keloids soft or hard scars?

Keloids are soft, raised scars. They occur more frequently in African Americans. They can become quite large and sometimes must be surgically removed if they interfere with normal functioning of a body part or are cosmetically unappealing. Keloids are generally painless.

Mine can be painful and it sort of is hard/soft. More hard than soft Report It

keloids are usually soft scars and typically only occur in African Americans.

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