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What should you know about Dermatix for keloid scars?

How the structures involved in Keloid Scars differ from normal
Illustration: How the structures involved in Keloid Scars differ from normal

Short answer

Dermatix may soften or flatten a keloid and ease irritation, but established keloids often need specialist assessment and combined treatment.

This answers one question. It is not a diagnosis and does not replace an assessment by a licensed doctor.

At a glance

Typical target
A closed, raised scar
Potential benefit
Less rubbing, itch, or firmness
Needs assessment
A new or changing skin lump

What a keloid changes

A keloid is scar tissue that grows beyond the original injury. It can feel firm, raised, itchy, tender, or tight, and its colour may differ from nearby skin. Silicone can create a protective layer and reduce rubbing, which may make the area more comfortable. It cannot reliably stop every keloid from enlarging, and a lump that has not been diagnosed should not automatically be treated as a keloid.

Practical next steps

Use the product only on intact skin and follow its application instructions. Keep the area clean, avoid picking, and reduce pressure or friction from jewellery and tight clothing. A dermatologist may consider [Steroid Injection Into The Skin](/treatments/injectables/intralesional-steroid-injection/), [Pulsed Dye Laser Treatment](/treatments/laser-and-energy/pulsed-dye-laser-treatment/), [Cryotherapy (Lesion Removal)](/treatments/surgical-dermatology/cryotherapy-lesion-removal/), or [Keloid Removal Surgery](/treatments/surgical-dermatology/keloid-excision/) depending on the lesion. [Fractional Laser Treatment](/treatments/laser-and-energy/fractional-laser-treatment/) may be discussed for selected texture or treatment-plan goals.

When to seek care

Book an assessment for a new, enlarging, painful, bleeding, ulcerated, or persistently itchy skin lump. Seek prompt help if redness, warmth, discharge, or fever develops. These changes can signal infection or a different skin condition, so diagnosis should come before repeated self-treatment.

Questions for your doctor

Ask whether the raised area is a keloid or another type of scar, whether silicone is suitable for its location, and how recurrence risk affects the treatment choice. Discuss injections, laser, freezing, or surgery if the scar limits movement or causes ongoing symptoms.

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General Clinics & Polyclinics in Abu Dhabi

That answer is general. If you want it applied to your own case, these are licensed general clinics & polyclinics listed in Abu Dhabi.

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Ordered by verification status and how complete each clinic's public record is, then alphabetically. This is a directory listing, not a ranking — Zavis does not rate or recommend providers.

A factual listing drawn from the DHA, DOH and MOHAP licence registers. It is not a referral, an endorsement, or advice that any of these providers is right for you.

Questions people ask

Will Dermatix cure a keloid?

It may improve comfort and scar texture, but it is not a guaranteed cure and may not control a growing keloid alone.

Should every raised scar be treated as a keloid?

No. A clinician can distinguish a keloid from other scars and skin lumps before treatment begins.

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Medical disclaimer. This page is general health information, not medical advice, and it cannot diagnose you. Always consult a licensed healthcare provider about your own symptoms and treatment. In an emergency in the UAE, call 998 for an ambulance.