Question 1

how are stretch marks made?

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Stretch marks.: Stretch marks are created when the skin is stretched (i.e., weight loss) causing dermal &amp; epidermal tearing.

Question 2

how to lose stretch marks?!

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Treatments:: Please see a dermatologist or plastic surgeon for evaluation. Possible treatments include fractional laser resurfacing,dermabrasion &amp; medication (i.e., retinoids)

Question 3

when do stretch marks occur?

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Depends: Some women do not get stretch marks.  It seems to be determined by genetic predisposition.  Generally they start to develop after about 7 months.

Question 4

how do i remove stretch marks?

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Consult your doctor: Stretch marks  are a problem and usually relate to excessive weight. Even if that's not true for you i suggest you talk with your family doctor and he may refer you to a skin doctor.

Question 5

how do you fade stretch marks?

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None: unfortunately there is no medically proven way of removing stretch marks with medications or supplements

Question 6

how to eliminate stretch marks?

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It's difficult: Stretch marks are little tears in the epidermis or skin, caused by relatively rapid stretching of the skin.  Causes of stretch marks are usually pregnancy, or significant weight gain.
Stretch marks will fade from pink to a silver color with time.  They can only be removed with chemical peels, dermabrasion or laser therapy.

Question 7

how can i reduce stretch marks?

Accepted Answer

Trenitoin,laser,micr: Some dermatologist recommend retinoin like reina, renova, (tretinoin) Avita work on recent strech marks
laser therapy uses intense wavwlength of light to stimulate growth of collagen, elastin and melanin
microdermabrasion
usually removes topmost layer of skin which may prompt growth of new more elastic skin
so see a cosmetic dermatologist , these treatments are not covered by insurance as determined cosmetic.

Question 8

what works against stretch marks?

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Stretch marks: Treatments: please see a dermatologist or plastic surgeon for evaluation. Possible treatments include fractional laser resurfacing, dermabrasion & medication (i.e., retinoids).

Question 9

what can help with stretch marks?

Accepted Answer

: Stretch marks are benign and do not need treatment.
Visit this site for information and suggested actions for this issue: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/stretch-marks/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20351144

Question 10

what is the cure of stretch marks?

Accepted Answer

Nothing: Stretch marks are tears in the skin cause by weight gain. They can be covered up, but not improved by creams and lotions. The only possibly effective therapy is cosmetic plastic surgery, but that's a big step for a non-health and non-life threatening problem.

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