How do you treat striae rubra?
Striae are linear atrophic depressions that form in areas of dermal damage in the skin. As on date, no consensus or protocol exists for the treatment of stria rubra. Topical retinoids, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, radiofrequency, photothermolysis, intense pulsed light and lasers are some of the modalities used.
What is striae rubra?
Striae rubra are the earliest presentation of striae distensae and are characterized by an erythematous to violaceous color (picture 1A-C). Over time, striae rubra evolve into striae alba, which appear hypopigmented, atrophic, and scar-like (picture 2A-B).
Are striae scars?
Stretch marks, also known as striae (/ˈstraɪiː/) or striae distensae, are a form of scarring on the skin with an off-color hue. Over time they may diminish, but will not disappear completely.
What causes striae on thighs?
People get stretch marks when the middle layer of the skin, called the dermis, becomes stretched. They appear on the thighs either when a person gains weight or muscle around the thighs or when they lose weight in this area. Growth spurts and pregnancy can also cause stretch marks on the thighs.
How do you treat striae Alba?
Once they become white (striae alba), only few treatment modalities exist and they are become quite difficult to treat. Intensive moisturization of the lesions and the use of vitamin C, fruit acids, retinols, and other pharmaceuticals have been advocated for the early treatment of striae distensae rubra.
What color is striae?
When stretch marks first appear, they tend to be red, purple, pink, reddish-brown, or dark brown, depending on your skin color. Early stretch marks may feel slightly raised and can be itchy. In time, the color fades and the narrow bands sink beneath your skin.
Does tretinoin work on striae Rubrae?
Additionally, tretinoin showed varying results across three studies and demonstrated positive results on striae rubrae. One study using Kelo‐Cote®silicone gel found some equivocal differences between the placebo and treatment group, however, it was determined that the benefit of this product for SD remains unknown.
What is a cortisone cream?
Cortisone (also called steroid) cream is a bottled-up, synthetic version of all-natural, anti-inflammatory cortisol. It can be found over the counter or in varying prescription strengths (just like there are many varieties of pain medications).
What is the laser treatment for striae rubra and striae alba?
Jiménez GP, Flores F, Berman B, Gunja-Smith Z. Treatment of striae rubra and striae alba with the 585-nm pulsed-dye laser. Dermatol Surg. 2003;29:362–5.
What are striae Rubrae and striae Albae?
Striae rubrae are considered as an early form of SD, which are erythematous, red and sometimes slightly raised linear lesions. They do not recur and are classified as temporary striae. Striae albae are atrophic, wrinkled and pale.