Striae distensae of augmented breasts after oral contraceptive therapy.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
A case of striae distensae (SD) of bilateral augmented breasts following oral contraceptive therapy is presented. Striae maturation and the prevention of additional skin marks was achieved with immediate cessation of oral contraceptive pill therapy and long-term daily topical application of tretinoin cream. It is suggested that patients who are candidates for breast augmentation surgery should be informed of the possible risk of developing SD if they are taking or planning to take the contraceptive pill.
Medical subject headings
- Breast
- Breast Implants
- Contraceptives, Oral