22/05/2023
A nice topic today
STRIAE/ STRETCH MARKS
By definition a STRIAE is a streak like linear, atrophic, pink, purple or white lesion due to change in connective tissues in the skin
Common causes
1) Cushing -This is a condition that develops when the body is exposed to too much cortisol a hormone produced by adrenal gland. either due to use of corticosteroid (medications commonly prescribed for asthma, arthritis and lupus) or due to body producing too much of this cortisol
Cortisol help the body in regulating bloop pressure,keep cardiovascular system functioning normally, responds to stress and depression , also helps in metabolizing the fats , proteins and carbohydrates in diet into energy).
Women with cushing may experience
Hirsutism - facial hair
Irregular or absent menstrual periods
While men may experience Low libido,decreased fertility and increased erectile dysfunction.
Other general signs include weight gain , acne diabetes mellitus, headache, muscle weakness etc
Other causes of stretch mark include
2 Obesity
3Overuse of cortisone cream
4Pregnancy
5 puberty
Sometimes they may go away within a period of 6-12 months , sometimes they may persist
Treatment and prevention of the stretch marks
a) Reduce corticosteroid use
b)Eat sensibly - include food rich in calcium, VIT D, vit A,vit B3 etc
c)monitor your mental health
d) Vaseline combined with hyaluronic acid may make them less visible
Also a retinoid such as tretinoin
Article by Dr mosee
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