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writes:Hi I have noticed i have little red lines around my thighs and on my bum. I told my mum and i said they look like stretch marks or scars. She laughed and said they couldnt be as i've always been very skinny.She mentioned it may just be some kind of bad circulation. Anyone have any ideas what they could be and if theres anyway of getting rid of them.
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reader, Tine +, writes (15 September 2006):
 these marks could infact be strecth marks. Stretch marks don't just appear on a person who is a little overweight, they form when someone has lost weight or gained weight. Go and see your doctor and get them to check them out and they'll be able to tell you more about them.
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reader, anonymous, writes (15 September 2006): I will tell you that I am only 98 lbs, and I have lots of stretch marks. You may not realize but your body is always chagning. If you really don't think that is what they are, then go to the doctor.
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reader, Jadzia1127  +, writes (15 September 2006):
 It is normal for teenagers to get some stretch marks. The marks occur when a person grows or gains weight in a short period of time, such as during puberty. However, getting stretch marks does not necessarily mean a person is overweight. Thin people can get the marks too, especially when experiencing a rapid growth spurt.
Stretch marks occur when the tissue under the skin is stretched and loses its elasticity. Basically, stretch marks are tiny tears in the dermis - or second layer of skin - that result in permanent scarring. Marks vary in color ranging from red to purple and usually fade to white or flesh-color over time. Some stretch marks will disappear altogether.
Although many manufacturers claim products containing emu oil, oleic acid, cocoa butter, wheat germ oil, vitamin E and lanolin will make stretch marks disappear, there is no scientific data backing up these claims.
If you are very concerned and have not experienced a growth spurt, there may be a different medical reason for the marks, ask your mom to schedule an appointment with your doctor for an exam right away.
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reader, anonymous, writes (15 September 2006): They are almost definitly strentch marks.
even though u may be skinny your body is still growing and dont worry everyone has them when their bodies are changing.
most peoples fade as they get older so dont worry!
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