Striae are the cause not only of female complexes ↑
Depending on the degree of manifestation, stretch marks bring more or less psychological discomfort to both men and women. They look different on the body:
- like almost invisible whitish stripes;
- not conspicuous, but noticeable small light pink scars;
- longitudinal scars of a bluish-burgundy color, which become pale over time.
Before treating stretch marks, you need to find out the cause of their appearance.
In the photos below, stretch marks are clearly visible.
Horizontal stretch marks are the result of hormonal disorders, be sure to consult your doctor
It should be understood that stretch marks are not just the consequences of severe stretching of the skin. Stretch marks - scientifically called stretch marks - appear at the site of rupture of collagen and elastin fibers of the epidermis. For example, when a person rapidly gains weight (it doesn’t matter who it is: a bodybuilder who builds muscle mass, or a pregnant woman), the skin stretches significantly. Collagen filaments stretch and break.
Microtraumas scar and turn into stripes. They do not cause any physical discomfort, but they significantly disturb the emotional and psychological balance.
To prevent stretch marks, men need to ensure that muscle mass increases gradually
Before you begin removing stretch marks, you need to understand the reason for their appearance. These may be the following body conditions:
- hormonal disorders;
- puberty;
- sudden weight fluctuations;
- pregnancy;
- lactation;
- hormone replacement therapy;
- heredity;
- unbalanced diet.
Striae - a cosmetic problem
In the United States, approximately 90% of pregnant women, 70% of teenage girls, and 40% of boys (especially athletes) have stretch marks, according to Medscape.com. These data can be extended to all other countries and races.
Typically, stretch marks are a cosmetic problem, but with a sudden injury or sudden overextension, first tearing, then inflammation and ulceration of the skin are possible.
Striae appear in the form of flat thinning skin of a pink hue, itching from time to time. Gradually, the stretch marks increase in length and width and become reddish-purple (striae rubra). The surface of the striae may become covered with fine wrinkles. Mature striae are white, receding, irregularly shaped stripes, parallel to the lines of skin tension along the long axis, on average several centimeters in length and 1-10 mm in width. Over time, some stretch marks may disappear or become less noticeable. The natural evolution of stretch marks is similar to the formation of scar tissue during wound healing.
During pregnancy, stretch marks usually affect the abdomen and mammary glands. The most common areas with stretch marks in adolescents are located on the outer surfaces of the thighs and lumbosacral region in boys and on the thighs, buttocks, and mammary glands in girls. Less commonly, other areas, such as the upper arms, are affected.
Striae induced by long-term use of systemic steroids are usually longer and wider than other types of stretch marks; damaged areas are also capable of expanding, involving more and more parts of the body, sometimes the face. Stretch marks may occur as a side effect of long-term use of topical corticosteroids under occlusive dressings. This kind of stretch marks occurs in places where bandages are applied and usually goes away on their own after discontinuation of local treatment.
Stretch marks are a reason to see a doctor ↑
Adolescence is a period of active growth and puberty. At this time, the body, which is under heavy load, may malfunction. As a result, boys and girls may develop stretch marks on their backs. In this case, it is necessary to urgently visit an endocrinologist, since the appearance of such stretch marks indicates serious disturbances in the functioning of the body. The child will likely need treatment.
If stretch marks appear on your back, be sure to consult an endocrinologist
Unfortunately, the question of how to get rid of stretch marks does not have a clear answer. Doctors say that this process is irreversible. The main thing is to prevent an increase in the number of scars and direct all efforts to make them less noticeable.
Striae in men is also a reason to consult a doctor. The cause of their appearance is usually a hormonal imbalance. Although excess weight, poor nutrition, and sudden increase in muscle mass can also trigger the formation of stretch marks. In any case, only a specialist can help you dot the i’s. He will also recommend how to remove stretch marks without resorting to surgical techniques.
Striae in men occur as a result of inadequate muscle load or improper metabolism
Horizontal striae indicate a hormonal imbalance in the body. A doctor will help you restore your health; the sooner you contact him, the better. You can ignore cosmetic defects from vertical stretch marks - they are an indicator of poor nutrition and sudden weight changes, and horizontal stripes on the body are one of the objective indicators of deterioration in the functioning of the endocrine system.
Striae during pregnancy require special attention. Hormonal changes contribute to their appearance. However, micro-tears of fibers in the deep layers of the skin often occur due to sudden weight gain. And this is fraught with various complications of bearing a child and difficult childbirth. Therefore, having noticed the first changes in the skin of the abdomen, seeing stretch marks on the chest, you should adjust your diet, get tested and discuss the problem of weight gain with an obstetrician-gynecologist.
Striae during pregnancy can be avoided by systematically monitoring your weight and preventing its sudden increase
Modern methods of treating stretch marks
You can try to get rid of stretch marks using the methods offered by modern cosmetology. Among the most common and effective methods are the following:
- mesotherapy is the injection of medications into scar tissue to improve its structure and bring it as close as possible to healthy skin. This cosmetic procedure is especially effective in the fight against young stretch marks;
- ozone therapy - the introduction of oxygen and negative ions into areas of the skin with stretch marks. This procedure also makes stretch marks much less noticeable;
- LPG massage – stimulates the production of elastin and collagen, as well as blood circulation and metabolic processes;
- microdermabrasion is a procedure used for large areas of skin, which is a mechanical resurfacing. As a rule, this method is used to combat old stretch marks;
- RF lifting is another procedure that stimulates the restoration of dermal cells and helps reduce stretch marks;
- Laser resurfacing is a painful procedure, but very effective, because with its help, stretch marks are completely removed, and new, healthy connective tissue is formed in their place. This method is especially effective in combination with so-called medium peels, for example, chemical peels.
Unfortunately, it is almost impossible to completely get rid of stretch marks, but with the help of various cosmetic procedures you can make them almost invisible . Among the existing methods of combating stretch marks, their complete removal can only be achieved using rather unsafe laser resurfacing.
Treat stretch marks or try to prevent them ↑
Prevention of stretch marks helps maintain skin health and attractiveness. The basis of proper body care is weight control. Avoid sudden weight gain. This requires daily exercise and a proper diet. The diet should contain a lot of vegetables and fruits, be sure to consume dairy products, fish and nuts.
To maintain water balance and skin elasticity, experts recommend drinking at least 1.5 liters of clean water. Moreover, it should be water, and not tea, coffee, and especially sweet carbonated drinks. It's also a good idea to use moisturizers with collagen and vitamin E.
An effective preventive remedy is self-massage of problem areas with peach or almond oil. Baths with sea salt work great. Buy sea salt, add 250 grams to a full bath of water, relax and enjoy for 20 minutes. If there are no heart problems, you can take salt baths 3 times a week. After the procedure, you need to apply a special nourishing mask to problem areas, then a moisturizing cream against stretch marks.
To prevent stretch marks, you can use a special cream and vegetable oil.
A good prevention of stretch marks on the chest, especially during pregnancy and lactation, is to wear a regular bra. It supports breasts that have increased by several sizes, relieving excess tension from the skin and muscles. The main thing is that it should be the right size and made from natural fabric.
Video about laser treatment of stretch marks
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