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Understand your stretch marks
Stretch marks are a well recognized and common skin condition that can be a cause of great concern and insecurity during and after pregnancy.10
Stretch marks can develop in the context of pregnancy, adolescent growth spurts, weight gain or loss, or bodybuilding.10
Because of their appearance, stretch marks can significantly affect a person’s self-esteem and self-perception. Although they are not detrimental to health, they can cause physical symptoms such as itchiness, tenderness and pain.10
01 / Understand stretch marks
What are stretch marks?
Stretch marks are a type of thin, flattened scar. Their exact cause is not fully understood and is thought to be multifactorial.
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02 / Understand stretch marks
More than an aesthetic problem
Stretch marks can affect your well-being.
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03 / Understand stretch marks
Stretch marks during pregnancy
Striae Gravidarum are stretch marks that occur due to pregnancy.
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