Long streaks, stripes, or lines that develop on the skin when it is stretched suddenly are called stretch marks. They can develop in the thighs, stomach, breasts, arms, and buttocks. It develops commonly during pregnancy, weight gain, and puberty.
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My stretch marks are increasing day by day. How can I get rid of it?
Query: Hello doctor,I am suffering from severe stretch marks problem, which is increasing day by day. What can I do to get rid of it? And also I want to remove the old marks which are present near my belly, armpits, and above my shoulder. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please do mention your age whenever you ask any query in the future. If your stretch marks are new, then it will be reddish. If it is old it will be whitish, the response to new stretch marks are good whereas old ones respond less to creams and ointments. Please try ... Read Full »