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Stretch marks - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Stretch marks or striae (singular stria ), as they are called in dermatology, are a form of scarring on the skin with an off-color hue. They are caused by tearing of the dermis, and over time can...
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Alternate Name(s): Striae atrophica; Stretch marks; Striae distensae ...... Striae are skin defects that look like bands, stripes, or lines. Striae are seen when a person grows or gains weight rapidly or has certain diseases or conditions. Another term for striae is stretch marks.
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www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003287.htm#Def...
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Your skin is usually fairly elastic, but when you grow or gain weight really quickly (like during puberty), you may get fine lines on your body called stretch marks. ... Stretch marks are a normal part of puberty for most girls and guys. When a person grows or gains weight really quickly (like during puberty),
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Your skin is usually fairly elastic, but when you grow or gain weight really quickly, you may get fine lines on your body called stretch marks. ... People who are obese often have stretch marks. Bodybuilders are prone to getting stretch marks because of the rapid body changes that bodybuilding can produce.
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Read about the causes (pregnancy, weight gain/loss), prevention and treatment of stretch marks. Discover types of plastic surgery (laser) that may remove or reduce stretch marks. ... How can I get rid of stretch marks?
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www.medicinenet.com/stretch_marks/article.htm
www.medicinenet.com/stretch_marks/article.htm
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Stretch Marks glossary includes a list of Stretch Marks related medical definitions and related links on MedicineNet.com ... home > skin center > skin a-z list > stretch marks index > stretch marks article > glossary...
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www.medicinenet.com/stretch_marks/glossary.htm
www.medicinenet.com/stretch_marks/glossary.htm
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Comprehensive source for information about stretch marks including causes of stretch marks and how to get rid of stretch marks. Stretch marks occur when the middle layer of skin is stretched to a point where its elasticity begins to break down. ... Stretch Marks and Body Stress...
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www.allaboutstretchmarks.com/
www.allaboutstretchmarks.com/
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