Abstract
Striae are atrophic linear plaques, most often found on the breasts, abdomen, hips,
and thighs. They develop in a variety of circumstances, some of which involve physical
stretching of the skin, such as adolescent growth spurts, and during hormonal changes,
such as Cushing's syndrome. It has been suggested that genetics may play a role in
their development. Regardless of the etiology, all striae display the same histological
changes in the dermis showing atrophy and loss of rete ridges. These findings are
similar to those seen with scar formation. At present, no definitive treatments have
been established.
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