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2007-04-10 18:11:04 · 3 answers · asked by Princess Jewel 2 in Health Women's Health

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You could try something called Vitamin C cream to see if that helps, but also check with your dr to see what ideas they have as well. Maybe try a dermatologist because I know that I've heard it said they have ways to deal with stretch marks.

2007-04-10 23:37:16 · answer #1 · answered by sokokl 7 · 0 0

Skin does not bounce back if it's been stretched by rapid growth due to pregnancy, weight gain, or extreme weight loss. Instead, it becomes decorated by a form of scarring called stretch marks, or striae. Stretch marks often start off as reddish or purplish in color and then become glossy skin that appears streaked in silver or white.

Stretch marks occur in the dermis, the elastic middle layer of skin that allows it to retain its shape. However, when constantly stretched, the dermis can break down leaving behind stretch marks.

Men and women can get stretch marks on several areas of their bodies, including the abdominal area, thighs, hips, breasts, upper arms or lower back.

There are several treatment options for stretch marks. The degree of success with any treatment will be impacted by your age, your skin tone and even your diet.
Treatment options include:

Surgical methods. Dermabrasion, chemical peels, or laser surgery can be used to address unwanted stretch marks.

Lotions and creams. Over-the-counter stretch mark treatments are available. Ask your doctor to recommend one. And, if you are pregnant, discuss your concern with your doctor at the beginning of your pregnancy, before stretch marks develop, so that preventive treatment can be started.

Diet and exercise. Drink plenty of water. Adequate hydration keeps your skin soft and less likely to develop stretch marks. Caffeine can increase your risk of stretch marks. If you're stuck on your caffeinated coffee or tea, make sure you balance the fluids. Drink just as much -- or more -- water as you drink coffee, tea or soda. Stretch marks can also result from nutritional deficiency. Be sure to consume foods that promote skin health: foods rich in zinc, such as nuts or fish; Foods high in vitamins A and C, such as carrots and citrus fruits and milk; Protein-rich foods, such as eggs.

2007-04-11 19:43:22 · answer #2 · answered by Maya 3 · 0 0

there are creams and oils you can use especially during pregnancy.

2007-04-14 23:32:21 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

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