Breast stretch marks worries are common among all the pregnant women.
They are the fine lines appearing on the breasts.
These lines are usually parallel.
They first appear as red lines and then gradually fade into white lines.
They occur when the skin is stretched in a short period.
The medical term given to these marks is "Stria".
Our skin is made up of three layers: outer layer (epidermis), middle layer (dermis) and the inner layer (subcutaneous) where the fatty tissues are stored.
The middle layer, dermis, contains blood vessels and supports and supply the skin cells with nutrients which keeps the skin firm.
It is the dermis where these spots occur.
The dermis is made of fibers, which allow the skin to stretch, and when these fibers become thinner and thinner they loose their elasticity and break.
We can see these broken areas, which are red in color as there are blood vessels under the layer.
These spots can occur not only in women during pregnancy, but also in boys and girls during puberty.
Another important condition is sudden weight gain and loss.
Further, desire of strong and big muscles cause scars among bodybuilders.
Besides having spots on thighs, arms, shoulders, hips woman can also have spots on breasts because during pregnancy they become big and heavier.
Today pregnancy marks treatment is available everywhere and for every part of our body.
Not only thighs, shoulders, arms but also on breasts can also be easily treated.
These blotches can be treated by laser surgery, cosmetic creams or even by some simple home remedies.
Laser treatment is an expensive but most effective method of stretch mark removal.
It can remove the spots below the belly button.
Massage with creams containing AHAs (alpha hydrox acids) helps in making skin soft and supple.
Massage increases the blood circulation which firms the skin.
Other creams that contain Tretinoin or Retin -A makes the epidermis thinner so that the cream can reach dermis to increase the collagen.
However, it is not recommended for pregnant woman.
If anybody cannot afford to spend on these creams and laser surgeries then there are many home secrets which can give the same effect as these creams may give - for example drinking plenty of water, taking food rich in zinc, vitamin A and vitamin E like fruits vegetables, egg etc.
It is advisable that you should never overeat as it may result in rapid weight gain.
Also, you should never cut your diet too much which may reduce your weight instantly.
Every step, whether for gaining or losing should be taken slowly to avoid the occurrence of pregnancy stretch marks.
One of the most important advices given by the doctors to all the expected mothers is to have a good natural source of folic acid.
These marks may make your skin less attractive but are in no way harmful.
Today there are many creams and stretch mark treatment available in market that can reduce all the marks starting from breasts to thighs.
Also, for using any lotions for stretch marks there is no need of running after the doctors.
However, if you are planning to use creams during your pregnancy, it is suggested that you consult your doctor first.