A Philadelphia Car Accident Can Result in Severe Scarring

While a Philadelphia car accident is not something that you think about often, it can change your life in a matter of seconds. As your vehicle crashes, you may be left with more than a broken windshield and crushed bumper. You may be faced with painful injuries and ultimately, severe scarring.

The pain of scarring
When you are seriously injured in an auto accident, the initial physical pain of your injury may only be the beginning. If you sustained burns, deep lacerations or other injuries, you may be left with major scarring. These scars bring on a whole different set of issues – from emotional suffering to mental anguish.

Know the various types of scars
When there is a major injury, scar tissue can form. According to WebMD.com, “the depth and size of the wound or incision and the location of the injury are going to impact the scar's characteristics. But your age, heredity, even your sex or ethnicity, will all affect how your skin reacts.”

There are various types of scars that you may have following an accident, including:

• Keloid: These scars go beyond the original injury and may eventually impact mobility. An aggressive healing process may cause them.
• Contracture: This type of scar is often associated with a burn injury. Contracture scars have been known to go deep and impact muscles and nerves. These scars can even affect mobility.
• Hypertrophic: Hypertrophic scars are raised and red in color. They do not go beyond the site of the injury.

There are many treatment options for scars, ranging from skin grafts to laser surgery. If your scar is impairing your mobility, surgery may be needed.

A Philadelphia car accident attorney may be able to help you
If your scarring was the result of someone else’s negligence, such as in a car, truck or motorcycle crash, you may be able to hold that person liable. For advice regarding your case, contact an experienced Philadelphia car accident attorney at the law firm of Cooper & Schaffer by calling 888-545-4755 or filling out our online form. The initial consultation is free.




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