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Scars & Stretch marks
Scarring can be caused by an injury to the skin, such as from acne.
Stretch marks are often caused by sudden growth or weight gain.
You may be more likely to get them if you:
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are pregnant – read more about stretch marks in pregnancy
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are going through puberty
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lose or gain weight quickly
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are female
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are overweight
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use some kinds of steroid creams or tablets
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have a family member with stretch marks
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See below for the treatments we recommend for scarring and stretch marks on the skin.
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CLICK ON EACH TREATMENT TO EXPLORE THE TREATMENT FURTHER
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