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Stretch Mark Tattooing: A Concerning Trend

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While stretch mark tattooing has gained popularity on social media as a “quick fix,” the medical community remains cautious. Below are the highlighted concerns on stretch mark tattooing. 1. Ink Behaves Unpredictably on Scar Tissue 2. Higher Complication Rates 3. Interference With Possible Future Treatments 4. Temporary “Fix,” Permanent Consequences Key Message for Patients Tattoos are a […]

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Stretch marks, medically known as striae or striae distensae, are a form of dermal scarring that occurs when the skin stretches or shrinks rapidly. This sudden change causes collagen, elastin, and fibrin in the dermal layer to tear, leading to a healing process that transforms over time from fresh marks (pink/reddish brown) into older, faded