Frostbite scar seems to be the same like burn scars, only frostbite is caused by cold and not by heat. Frostbite scars may differ in the severity of the burn, its location and on the person’s skin attributes. Frostbites found on the surface of the skin create a burn scar that usually needs topical treatment in order to fade. However, a scar which results from frostbite that affects the deeper layers of the skin needs stronger treatments. Although it is impossible to remove the scar completely, at least it helps fade frostbite scars gradually.
Tip #1: Application of Creams and Ointments
There are several scar fading creams and ointments which are available over-the-counter that contain vitamin E. Follow the directions that come with the product and apply them as indicated in there.
Tip #2: Using Vitamin E oil or capsules
Vitamin E liquid is often purchased at your local drugstore. If vitamin E liquid is not available, you can purchase vitamin E capsules. You have to pinch the capsule and rub the oil directly onto the scar each day. Vitamin E has nutrients that help heal damaged skin tissue thus minimizing the appearance of frostbite scar.
Tip #3: Have Injections
You can talk with your doctor and consult him regarding the use of injections. He will then prescribe steroid or collagen injections which can be used to treat severe frostbite injections. This kind of treatment targets the skin underneath the scar. Through this, it can treat the skin under the scar allowing it to fade.
Tip #4: Try Laser Therapy
Your dermatologist or your doctor may recommend laser therapy treatments in treating frostbite scars. In laser therapy, it involves removing pigmentation which causes the scar to appear more visible.
Tip #5: Undergo Skin Graft Surgery
Go to your doctor and discuss with him about skin graft surgery for your frostbite scars that are extremely severe. In skin graft surgery, they take a part of the skin from another part of the body especially from buttocks and thighs. The skin will then be grafted onto the scar so as to minimize the appearance of the scar and at the same time restore the elasticity of the skin.
Reminders:
There are also some things which you should keep in mind when dealing with frostbite scars. Here are some of them.
Reminder 1: When under the sun, use sunscreen to protect your scar as the sun UV rays can damage the scar tissue more.
Reminder 2: Try to use ointments on your scar for at least 10-15 days after having burned.
Dealing with frostbite scars entails, more or less, the same procedures as dealing with any kind of scars. It is best to treat the scars when they are still newly formed. Try on topical remedies first and see if they work. If not, then you may undergo cosmetic treatments but be sure you have enough money since these procedures are quite expensive. Always bear in mind to consult your dermatologist regarding the scar removal that you want to use.
