A lot has to do with genetics and skin pigmentation so some people's scars fade while others remain quite visible and can even become keloid. For the first ...Read more
A lot has to do with genetics and skin pigmentation so some people's scars fade while others remain quite visible and can even become keloid. For the first two months, nothing should be put on a sternum scar. After, you can massage it with a moisturiser in little circular motions to keep it soft. For the first summer or two, keep it out of the sun! Use strong sunscreen. That's about all you can do. If it becomes raised, see a dermatologist. Good luck!
neil email: murtha6@comcastnet posted a note for Kim that says:
Kim, I am six months out and I use a Product called Bio-Oil, Improving the appearance of scars Bio-Oil helps improve the appearance of all scar types. It is ...Read more
Kim, I am six months out and I use a Product called Bio-Oil, Improving the appearance of scars Bio-Oil helps improve the appearance of all scar types. It is also highly effective in helping to maintain the elasticity of scar tissue on joints and other high-mobility areas. I think it helps me its not costly. Check out bio-oilusa.com, good luck.
Neil
Kim, I’m almost 6 months out. I was very athletic beforehand so I had to take 4 months of physical therapy and the therapist aggressively meassaged the scar ...Read more
Kim, I’m almost 6 months out. I was very athletic beforehand so I had to take 4 months of physical therapy and the therapist aggressively meassaged the scar twice a week. It was the most painful part of my PT. But in the end the scar blends in with my chest feel wise, and does not demonstrate any pain what’s so ever. I have a reddish line down my chest still but to be honest I like showing off that I have had open heart surgery. It makes a great conversation piece to remind others to think about their heart.
rich.b.arnold@gmail.com posted a note for Kim that says:
Hi Kim, I used Biocorneum Advanced Scar Treatment by Sientra that I got from a dermatologist. I wish I could post a picture, my scar is not pink at all after ...Read more
Hi Kim, I used Biocorneum Advanced Scar Treatment by Sientra that I got from a dermatologist. I wish I could post a picture, my scar is not pink at all after 7 months. Good luck, Rich