Keloid (Noun)
Meaning
Raised pinkish scar tissue at the site of an injury; results from excessive tissue repair.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The keloid on her cheek had grown significantly larger over the past few months, causing her to consider seeking medical treatment.
- After an accident left him with deep cuts on his arms, keloids began to form on his elbows and wrists.
- She applied silicone gel sheets in an attempt to flatten and reduce the visibility of the keloid on her forehead.
- Dermatologists often specialize in treating keloids, and their expertise has produced promising results for patients.
- The keloid from the surgery site made it difficult for him to move freely without feeling uneasy or self-conscious.