Stretch Marks
Also known as: Linae albicante; Lineae atrophicae; Striae; Vergetures
Description
Stretch Marks are are a form of Scarring of the Skin, usually caused by excessive stretching of the Skin (which disrupts the normal production of Collagen in the Dermis). They appear as a silvery, white hue. Although Stretch Marks may appear anywhere on the body, they occur most commonly on the abdomen, breasts, upper arms, underarms, thighs, hips and buttocks.
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