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White Bumpy Lines In Outer And Inner Thighs. Due To Weight Gain Or Weight Loss? How To Get Rid Of Them?
So, for a couple of years now I d have these lines in my outer and inner thighs and just at the hip. I don t THINK they re stretch marks . On my skin they re kind of white, and not bumpy, but more like lined in, like a scar , but not exactly. I m not sure how to explain it. Anyway, I ve been told it might be because of fast gain weight or loss of weight, but is there a way to get rid of them?
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Thu, 9 Aug 2012
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Dear Lester, Much as you do not wish to label these lesions stretch marks, they seem every bit so. Striae dystensiae or stretch marks in common parlance may arise as a result of sudden weight gain or loss. Various topical creams claim to be effective & different dermatologists recommend different products & one needs to be seen by a dermatologist to be assessed. Having said that, there are a newer generation of lasers that work brilliantly in certain instances..again, one needs to be seen & evaluated for best results. Perhaps a combination of the two is the best way forward. All the best & do visit your dermatologist. Cheers
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