Dermatol. praxi. 2025;19(3):102-106 | DOI: 10.36290/der.2025.019
Self-harm and the possibility of correcting the resulting scars
- DermaMedEst, s. r. o., Praha
- Kožní oddělení, Karlovarská krajská nemocnice, Karlovy Vary
Self-harm constitutes a complex issue that may result in enduring physical and psychological consequences. Scarring and cutaneous defects caused by recurrent self-injurious behavior can represent not only an aesthetic concern but also a significant psychological burden, potentially impacting patients' self-esteem and social functioning. Corrective dermatology offers a wide range of therapeutic approaches, which should be individually tailored based on the specific characteristics of the scar and the patient's cutaneous response, with the aim of achieving optimal clinical outcomes and supporting the patient's psychological well-being.
Keywords: self-harm, scars, scars treatment, 5-FU, cryotherapy, glucocorticoids, polynucleotides, laser therapy.
Accepted: September 23, 2025; Published: October 2, 2025 Show citation
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