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    Glossary Stretch Marks

    long, narrow streaks on skin from rapid stretching or growth

    Stretch marks, also known as striae or striae distensae, are long, narrow streaks or lines that develop on the skin when it is stretched rapidly, such as during pregnancy, rapid weight gain, or growth spurts. They occur when the dermis, the middle layer of the skin, is torn due to the stretching, leading to the formation of scar tissue. Initially, they may appear red or purple but often fade to a silvery-white color over time.

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    1. Effectiveness of an Autologous Micrografting Technology for Treating Stretch Marks Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology · 2025
    2. Micro needling in treatment of stretch marks International journal of dermatology, venereology and leprosy sciences · 2023
    3. Obesity and the skin British Journal of Dermatology · 2011 · 128 citations
    4. Physiological changes in the skin during pregnancy Clinics in Dermatology · 1997 · 96 citations
    5. Microneedling: Where do we stand now? A systematic review of the literature Journal of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery · 2017 · 92 citations
    6. Physiological and biological skin changes in pregnancy Clinics in Dermatology · 2006 · 71 citations
    7. Expression of estrogen, androgen, and glucocorticoid receptors in recent striae distensae International Journal of Dermatology · 2009 · 67 citations
    8. PHYSIOLOGIC SKIN CHANGES ASSOCIATED WITH PREGNANCY International Journal of Dermatology · 1992 · 64 citations
    9. Cosmetic aspects of pregnancy Clinics in Dermatology · 2006 · 51 citations
    10. The Skin in Pregnancy Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery · 2002 · 47 citations
    11. A clinical study of cutaneous changes in pregnancy Journal of Epidemiology and Global Health · 2016 · 45 citations
    12. Skin manifestations of obesity: a comparative study Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology · 2011 · 45 citations
    13. Pregnancy and the Skin Dermatologic Clinics · 1990 · 36 citations
    14. Physiological Skin Changes During Pregnancy Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology · 2014 · 35 citations
    15. Cutaneous manifestations of anabolic-androgenic steroid use in athletes International Journal of Dermatology · 2009 · 34 citations
    16. Dermatoses of pregnancy Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft · 2006 · 33 citations
    17. Cutaneous Manifestations of Eating Disorders Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery · 2002 · 33 citations
    18. Laser revision of scars and striae Dermatologic Therapy · 2000 · 28 citations
    19. Physiologic changes and dermatoses of pregnancy International Journal of Dermatology · 2011 · 24 citations
    20. Observer‐blind randomized controlled study of a cosmetic blend of safflower, olive and other plant oils in the improvement of scar and striae appearance International Journal of Cosmetic Science · 2017 · 18 citations
    21. Effects of anabolic-androgenic steroids on the pilosebaceous unit. PubMed · 1992 · 16 citations
    22. Prematurity: is it a risk factor for striae distensae? International Journal of Dermatology · 2011 · 15 citations
    23. Pregnancy's effects on the skin Postgraduate Medicine · 1984 · 13 citations
    24. The Link Between Obesity and the Skin Frontiers in Nutrition · 2022 · 12 citations
    25. Epidermal growth factor in aesthetics and regenerative medicine: Systematic review Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery · 2021 · 12 citations
    26. Pregnancy and the skin. PubMed · 1990 · 12 citations
    27. Indirect clinical markers for the detection of anabolic steroid abuse beyond the conventional doping control in athletes European Journal of Sport Science · 2019 · 9 citations
    28. Confocal microscopy can assess the efficacy of combined microneedling and skinbooster for striae rubrae Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy · 2018 · 7 citations
    29. Skin eruptions specific to pregnancy: an overview The Obstetrician & Gynaecologist · 2013 · 6 citations
    30. Efficacy and Safety of an Autologous Micrografting Procedure for Management of Striae Distensae in Women Dermatology and Therapy · 2024 · 4 citations