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Skin doesn't heal properly
dimples_5594 posted:
For years, I've noticed that my skin does not heal properly. I have stretch marks that still have a lot of pigment even though I've had since elementary school (I'm 18 now). My tans take forever to fade. Whenever I get acne,it always turns to a red mark that darkens to a brown mark. I've had the same ones for years. Also, when I get even a little cut, it'll leave a mark behind. What is causing this and what I can I do about it? It's really bothersome and it keeps me from looking my best.
2 Replies |Watch This Discussion | Report This| Share this:Skin doesn't heal properlyFor years, I've noticed that my skin does not heal properly. I have stretch marks that still have a lot of pigment even though I've had since elementary school (I'm 18 now). My tans take forever to fade. Whenever I get acne,it always turns to a red mark that darkens to a brown mark. I've had the same ones for years. Also, when I get even a little cut, it'll leave a mark behind. What is causing this and what I can I do about it? It's really bothersome and it keeps me from looking my best.
dimples_5594 responded:
Any expert opinions, please?
Your nutritional status, particularly your protein levels, should be checked. Also make sure that your doc does a thyroid and iron check.
I hope that helps
I hope that helps
Report This| Share this:Skin doesn't heal properlyYour nutritional status, particularly your protein levels, should be checked. Also make sure that your doc does a thyroid and iron check. <br /><br />I hope that helps <img src="http://img.webmd.com/community/images/smile.gif" align="top" border="0">
