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A member asked:

I was fat, then i lost my weigh now some white line appears in my stomach and my shoulders, what should i do?they are so ugly i hate them.

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Dr. Layth Maolood answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Stretch Marks: I think you are talking about stretch marks which occur from rapid weight gain. Unfortunately there is no proven cure for that. Retin a, (tretinoin) a cream used to treat acne may helpnim some cases. They will fade away some in 1-2 years. You could consult with a dermatologist.

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Answered 7/5/2015

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