Question

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a raised, irregular, lumpy, shiny scar due to excess collagen fiber production during healing of a wound is a

Explanation:

Analyze the clinical description of the scar

The question describes a specific type of scar characterized by being raised, irregular, lumpy, and shiny, which forms due to the overproduction of collagen fibers during the wound healing process.

Identify the corresponding medical term

An overgrowth of granulation tissue (collagen) at the site of a healed skin injury is medically termed a keloid (or keloid scar).

Answer:

A raised, irregular, lumpy, shiny scar due to excess collagen fiber production during healing of a wound is a <blank>keloid</blank>.