Many people don't know that the first three months after injury are actually a watershed. Similarly, with bumps and bruises, some people's scars gradually fade and become invisible, and after a few months, almost no traces can be seen; And another group of people, even though their wounds are not big, end up leaving a clear mark that lasts for many years. The difference largely lies in whether you have seized the crucial three months.

Why exactly in the first three months?

       After skin injury, it will automatically enter a repair period. The first three months are the critical stage for scar formation to stabilize. At this time, the skin is busy growing flesh and filling gaps inside. If handled properly, scars will gradually become flat and lighter in color. If no one cares about it or uses the wrong method during this period, the scar may become longer and more "exaggerated" - wider, more prominent, and darker in color. After waiting for 3-6 months and the scar has basically formed, it will naturally become much more difficult to improve. Just like building a house, if the foundation is not well laid, it will be difficult to repair later.

The pit that many people have stepped on

The first type: Don't take it seriously at all, think it's just a small wound, it will heal in two days, but the scar becomes more and more obvious.
The second type: seeking medical treatment in a panic, daring to try various folk remedies, even applying ginger and lemon to the wound, resulting in more severe scars due to stimulation.
The third option is to miss the best time and wait until the scar has formed before thinking about treatment, which will greatly reduce the effectiveness.

Seize the repair period and do these things correctly

       Keep clean and avoid pulling. When the wound has just healed, the newly grown skin is very delicate. It is important to maintain local cleanliness and avoid frequent pulling on the scar area to avoid affecting scar repair.
       Pay attention to sun protection. New scars are highly sensitive to ultraviolet radiation, which can easily stimulate the skin to produce more melanin, causing the scars to darken and darken. Once pigmentation occurs, it is difficult to restore normal skin color with further care.

       Avoid friction, do not squeeze or buckle. Scars may feel itchy and swollen during the proliferative period, which is a normal phenomenon, but be sure to hold back and avoid scratching or squeezing; At the same time, reduce friction on the scar area, otherwise it may make the scar more prominent.
       Follow the doctor's advice and use scar care products appropriately. The principle of the regular silicone gel and scar patch on the market is to form a protective film on the skin surface, keep it moist, and help smooth and fade scars. The key is to start using it after the wound has completely healed, don't wait until the scar has already protruded or turned black to try to remedy it.

       Actually, after reading the previous nursing methods, some people may ask: Is there still any possibility of improvement for the old scars that have already been left? To be honest, there is indeed limited room for improvement in old scars. It's not completely impossible, it's just that the time, effort, and ultimate results required are not on the same scale as early intervention. So, Laiwo Medical kindly reminds everyone that if you accidentally get injured next time, remember to seize the first three months, take care of yourself carefully, and not give scars the opportunity to "grow wildly".

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