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I am a bit overweight in some areas and now have stretch marks. will they go away if i lose the weight and maybe even gain some muscle?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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Unfortunately: Usually the stretch marks don't disappear when you lose weight.

Dr Cattano and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 3/8/2014

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A member asked:

I am a bit overweight in some areas and now have stretch marks. will they go away if i lose the weight and maybe even gain some muscle?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Cattano and 4 doctors agreed

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