Striae (stretch marks) often follow weight gain or pregnancy. This image displays striae (stretch marks). The thinned skin in striae has a wrinkled, crepe-paper-like appearance. This image displays parallel stripes of red typical of striae (stretch marks). This image displays bright red striae (stretch marks) in parallel lines, as is typical in early instances. This image displays striae (stretch marks) on a shoulder. This image displays multiple parallel red-purple striae (stretch marks). This image displays light-colored areas of skin that are thin and slightly elevated, typical of old striae (stretch marks). This image displays striae in the groin area of a rapidly growing young man.
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Treatments Your Physician May Prescribe
If the stretch marks are cosmetically distressing, early red areas can be medically treated, but treatments would not be covered by insurance.
  • If the red appearance of the early lesions is bothersome, tretinoin cream may improve the appearance.
  • Laser treatments and chemical peels may also be used.
  • If the diagnosis is uncertain, a biopsy and blood tests might be done.
Last Modified: 20 Dec 2007

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