As a kid, falling off a bike can lead to a scar that’s considered a battle wound. Kids boast their scarred elbows or knees, but as parents, we know those scars eventually fade away as new skin is made. Falling off a bike is not the same as getting in a catastrophic car accident. The way we feel about scars on our faces or bodies is not the same as when we were children. Scarring from traumatic incidences like car accidents, surgeries, or fire can lead to even more emotional trauma. The scarring reminds us of the trauma and forces us to accept a new version of ourselves that we never asked for. Our Philadelphia Significant Scarring Attorneys at The Weitz Firm, LLC want you to know that if your scarring is caused by an accident or the negligence of some medical professionals, you may be entitled to compensation.

Causes Of Scarring

Scars form because there is damage to a deep thick layer of skin. The reason for scarring happens because there has been some trauma to the skin. The trauma can come from many different accidents:

  • Car accidents
  • Motorcycle accidents
  • Burns
  • Slip and falls
  • Dog bites
  • Pedestrian accidents
  • Truck accidents
  • Pool accidents
  • Bicycle accidents
  • Explosions
  • Chemical exposure
  • Firearm accidents
  • Construction accidents

Most of these accidents are a result of the negligent behavior of someone or some party. However, there are other ways scarring can occur through medical treatment — for example, surgical scarring and scar tissue. Even though patients are aware that a certain level of scarring is acceptable, there are times when the scarring is excessive, painful, or was not discussed by the medical staff.

Three Types Of Scarring

Scarring happens. It is a natural result of trauma to the skin, but that doesn’t mean you have to suffer. There are three main types of scars:

  1. Atrophic Scars: this kind of scar leaves a sunken or pitted look on the skin. Most commonly, acne scars are atrophic scars.
  2. Keloid Scars: This kind of scar is when the body overproduces collagen while healing the original wound. The collagen keeps building onto the wound after it is already healed causing the raising of the skin. The scarring can grow beyond the wound.
  3. Hypertonic Scars: This kind of scar is very similar to keloid scars. This kind of scar is also raised, but not as dramatic as a keloid scar, and it stays within the boundary of the wound.

Scarring can grow abnormally or appeared discolored if not treated carefully or correctly. Many people who deal with severe scarring also deal with pain and embarrassment of the scars.

What We Can Do

If you or someone you love is struggling with significant scarring, our Philadelphia Significant Scarring Attorneys can help provide options for you. If you have significant scarring from an accident or due to the negligence of a medical professional, you may be eligible for compensation for your pain and suffering. Call 267-587-6240 or click here to start a free consultation with our professional attorneys at The Weitz Firm, LLC in Philadelphia today.

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