My incision went keloid- just had cortisone injection, wondering about succes of it?

I had emergency ulcer surgery 2 months ago. it was performed open, whereas my RNY was LAP about 8 1/2 months ago. I realized it wasn't healing right, and was still in pain, so i knew I should do something. I went to the dermatologist and he said my scars were keloid, even my previous LAP scars, were as well. I had no idea. He injected cortisone into the top half of the scar (OUCH!), didn't do it all at once, since it hurts and I have a pretty big incision. I was wondering if anyone else had these treatments and what was your outcome? Although i'm 23 and would love to wear a bikini or something, that realy isn't my concern. I just want to be able to wear a bra comfortably again and not be in pain and have a flat scar. My derm. said cortisone works, but not necessarily with everyone. (I also use Mederma for the scar) Any info would be appreciated- thanks!!

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