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What could cause a stretch mark to scab and bleed?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Stretch mark: If you scratched your stretch mark you could have broken the skin and introduced an infection which scabs over. Take warm soapy baths and add3-4 tbls of bleach to the water. Apply an antibiotic ointment after the bath.

Answered 2/7/2018

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