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How Can I Get Rid Of Stretch Marks Due To Pregnancy And Lose Weight From Stomach?

Hi.i had my baby last year in june, i was 58 kgs when i got pregnant n at the end i was 80 kgs.in a year i have lost weight n now i am 60 kgs. I have lots of stretch marks on my body specially belly, thighs n under arms. How can i get rid of them.n how can i lose more weight from belly
posted on Tue, 22 Oct 2013
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Hi. Thanks for posting your concern at HCM

Pregnancy stretch are a common happening and to be frank there is no treatment medical or surgical which can eliminate them 100%. The appearance can only be improved with certain creams or Lasers.

I would advice that you use a tretinoin based cream once daily at night which has the property to remodel and regenerate new collagen and thus can lighten the appearance of stretch marks gradually but not eliminate them completely.

For weight reduction, aerobic exercise like walking for 30 min daily, treadmill, swimming, cycling etc. For expert solution and changes in diet if any, you should consult a dietician.

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How Can I Get Rid Of Stretch Marks Due To Pregnancy And Lose Weight From Stomach?

Hi. Thanks for posting your concern at HCM Pregnancy stretch are a common happening and to be frank there is no treatment medical or surgical which can eliminate them 100%. The appearance can only be improved with certain creams or Lasers. I would advice that you use a tretinoin based cream once daily at night which has the property to remodel and regenerate new collagen and thus can lighten the appearance of stretch marks gradually but not eliminate them completely. For weight reduction, aerobic exercise like walking for 30 min daily, treadmill, swimming, cycling etc. For expert solution and changes in diet if any, you should consult a dietician. take care regards