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Recently, i began to get purple stretch marks on my thighs as well. over the past 6 months i have gained 25 pounds (140lbs to 165lbs) due to an increase in calories and lifting weights. i just dont understand the sudden increase in stretch marks?

Q: recently, i began to get purple stretch marks on my thighs as well. over the past 6 months i have gained 25 pounds (140lbs to 165lbs) due to an increase in calories and lifting weights. i just dont understand the sudden increase in stretch marks?

: Stretch marks happen sometimes especially with quick weight gain. A good way to manage and possibly have them go away, is to decrease the excess caloric intake especially from Free Sugars, Trans-Fats and Fast Foods, in general. Exercises and Healthy Lifestyle choices can also help.

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Stretch marks happen sometimes especially with quick weight gain. A good way to manage and possibly have them go away, is to decrease the excess caloric intake especially from Free Sugars, Trans-Fats and Fast Foods, in general. Exercises and Healthy Lifestyle choices can also help.

Answered 1/28/2022

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A member asked:

Recently, i began to get purple stretch marks on my thighs as well. over the past 6 months i have gained 25 pounds (140lbs to 165lbs) due to an increase in calories and lifting weights. i just dont understand the sudden increase in stretch marks?

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