Younger pregnant women have a higher risk of striae gravidarum, the study said
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Striae gravidarum: Risk factors, prevention, and management☆
BACKGROUND Striae gravidarum (SG) are atrophic linear scars that represent one of the most common connective tissue changes during pregnancy. SG can cause emotional and psychological distress for many women. Research on risk factors, prevention, and management of SG has been often inconclusive. METHODS We conducted a literature search using textbooks, PubMed, and Medline databases to assess r...
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INTRODUCTION Striae are the most frequently occurring pathology of connective tissue during pregnancy. According to the statistical data, 70-90% of women suffer from striae gravidarum. AIM To assess effectiveness of topical products and massage used by pregnant women in striae gravidarum prophylaxis. MATERIAL AND METHODS The questionnaire study was conducted among 299 women who were maximum...
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عنوان ژورنال: Journal of the Chinese Medical Association
سال: 2016
ISSN: 1726-4901
DOI: 10.1016/j.jcma.2016.01.003