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Abstract Striae distensae “SD” are linear dermal atrophic scars. SD usually develop with rapid changes in body weight (increase or decrease), height pubertal growth spurt), and muscle mass (weight lifting). They are commonly reported in pregnancy (striae gravidarum) and puberty. They have also been associated with excessive endogenous (Cushing’s syndrome) and exogenous corticosteroids (systemic & topical long-term use of steroids). The two clinical types of SD are striae rubrae “recent” and striae albae “mature”. |