If so, where do they get them and are they embarassed?
2007-02-16 05:09:37 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Men's Health
I have a few on my inner arm near my armpit from being a heavy kid, then a growth spurt got rid of my weight, leaving stretch marks. As a teen I was embarrased, but not anymore.
2007-02-16 05:14:07 · answer #1 · answered by tombollocks 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yep--they sure do. They get them the same places women do. Stomach, thighs, upper arms. Stretch marks occur equally in both sexes. Most men dont seem embarrassed by them as I have seen them at the pool all the time and at the gym. It doesnt seem to be an issue for most men. It shouldnt be a problem for women either.
2007-02-16 13:40:17 · answer #2 · answered by Lisa 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Rapid growth and weight gain can cause stretch marks (especially during puberty) on men in all the places women can get them. Some men are self conscious about it; others aren't. They remain but usually fade with time. Have a nice day.
2007-02-16 14:47:09 · answer #3 · answered by firestarter 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes,Stretch marks are formed when a person suddenly gains weight as the skin stretches quickly. They gradually fade away after some time or as the person loses weight.This link will help you can find more cheap and natural remedies for stretch marks.
2007-02-17 08:58:36 · answer #4 · answered by tornado 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
of course. For instance, when any person gains or loses a dramatic amount of weight, they are very likely to get stretch marks. When you think of woman gettting stretch marks, you're probably thinking of during pregnancy (whether you realize it or not) when the belly swells, as do the breasts, rather quickly. "Stretch" is literal - the skin really does stretch. and then marks are left, in males or females
2007-02-16 13:16:07 · answer #5 · answered by K E B 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
anyone with skin can get stretch marks. I've seen heavy men with them on their stomachs and thighs. I've also seen very fit men with them on their arms, from working out and muscles increasing in size. My husband is very tall and thin and has some old ones on his back from when he was in high school and had a growth spurt. Nothing to be ashamed of. use coco butter on them to help reduce size and number of them.
2007-02-16 13:14:41 · answer #6 · answered by Sara G 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes men get stretch marks. they are usually at upper arm by the shoulder, upper back, lower back, upper chest and leg areas. some men may get embaraced, because the stretch marks happen for 2 reasons: 1. they are just getting fat, and they may be embarraced. 2. the guys lift weight and they need their skin to expand to accomodate muscle. hope this helps
2007-02-16 19:07:45 · answer #7 · answered by M D 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
'fraid so...usually happens around puberty when boys/men undergo massive growth spurts and their skin can't keep up the pace of growth.
when i was a kid, i grew about 7-10 inches in height over about 1-2 years.
unfortunately i was left was stretch marks that look like scars on my back and on my legs, luckily i've got hairy legs so its just the ones on my back - which i'm not bothered about anymore.
as you get older, you get get more used to your own body and accept whatever's wrong with it and just get on with life.
....at least that's what my dad told me...funny though...he was holding a whip when he told me that.......strange coincidence!
2007-02-16 14:30:08 · answer #8 · answered by The Unknown Soldier 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes they do but not as much as women. Not all man get them it's only a very small # of them who do compared to women.
2007-02-16 13:30:49 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes they do, though not as frequent as women due to pregnancy.
Men are rarely embarrassed about their bodies. Only you females are.
2007-02-16 13:14:07 · answer #10 · answered by S H 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋