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Managing Stretch Marks

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Page 1: Managing Stretch Marks

Managing Stretch Marks

Page 2: Managing Stretch Marks

Managing Stretch Marks

“Stretch marks can sometimes be itchy when the skin is too dry.”

Stretch marks are a common skin condition seen in many women. There is no medical reason for their

appearance but it is often a cause of embarrassment for many. Stretch marks look like thin white scars

on the skin and it often occurs when the skin stretches beyond its capacity.

When stretched, the skin’s elasticity and collagen get destroyed leading to the tissue showing on the

surface of the skin. Stretch marks can sometimes be itchy when the skin is too dry. Some of the most

common areas where stretch marks often appear are abdomen, breasts, shoulders, thighs and buttocks.

Visit Apollo Clinics to know more about this problem and how to get rid of it.

Causes

Pregnancy

Hormones

Sudden weight gain

Sports like body building or weight lifting

Usage of certain drugs

Prevention

Exercising helps improve the elasticity of the skin

Maintain a healthy body weight

Don’t lose weight drastically

Moisturizing regularly helps improve circulation

Avoid self medication

Eat healthy food

It can be hard to treat stretch marks if it is not done in the early stages. Vitamin E, vitamin C capsules or

cream have proven to be helpful to remove some of the marks. Once the marks turn silvery, there is not

much that can be done about it. Treat the marks when they are still pink for best results.

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