Rx Note

Introduction A stretch mark (stria) is a type of scar that develops when our skin stretches or shrinks quickly . The abrupt changes cause the collagen and elastin, which support our skin, to rupture. As the skin heals, stretch marks may appear. Early stretch marks are usually red or purple due to inflammatory reaction in the skin . Over time, stretch marks lose their colour and become white or silvery in appearance (replaced by scar tissue). Causes If you develop stretch marks, you are most likely to do so during these times. Growth spurts that happen in puberty Pregnancy Rapid weight loss or gain Weight training when you have rapid muscle growth Other potential causes include: Prolonged use of oral or topical corticosteroid and from anabolic steroids People with Cushing syndrome or Marfan syndrome Treatment Available Stretch marks are non-life-threatening and asymptomatic . They naturally fade and usually become less conspicuous over time, so in many cases, treatment may not be n...

Introduction A scar is a fibrous tissue replacing normal tissues destroyed by injury or disease. Scar formation is natural in the healing process of wounds. The more the skin is damaged, the longer it takes for the damage to heal and the greater chance of developing a noticeable scar. Signs Most scar may initially appear redder and thicker, which then rapidly fade. A scar may fade so much that you can barely see it, but it never completely disappears. A scar's appearance depends on several factors, such as Injury or event that caused the scar Depth, size and location of the wound The patient's age, gender, ethnicity and heredity. Treatment received Types of Scars Atrophic (depressed) It may appear sunken or pitted. This happens because the inflammation in the skin destroys collagen as the wound heals. May result from acne or chickenpox . Sunken scars can become more noticeable as you age. Contracture Commonly caused by burns. This occurs when the skin shrinks, leading to tight...