Suggest Treatment For Stretch Marks On The Stomach And Sudden Weight Gain

Posted on Fri, 3 Feb 2017

Question: Hey, How's it going? Thanks for taking my question. Just wondering what is going on because I had a rash on my stomach that started in the late summer and now its doubled and keeps growing. I'm just wondering what this could be?. It's a rash that are more like lines going up my stomach, all casing my belly button. Some are longer and the newer ones that I have are smaller. They are a faint red color that Itch from time to time. Just hoping its not something serious, thank you for taking the time! If you have any other question's I am willing to answer.

Answered by Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Stretch marks, associated with sudden increase in weight

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for being at healthcaremagic
I have reviewed the attached photograph and these lines are stretch marks.
They are formed due to sudden increase or decrease in weight or associated with gyming or due to application or oral intake of steroids.
They are nothing serious.
You can try using tretinoin 0.05 percent cream on the lines at night for atleast 4-6 months.
This will diminish them.
For better results consult a dermatologist and go for microneedling sessions or laser treatment.
Regards
Dr Asmeet

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