Dermatol. praxi. 2015;9(4):191-194

Proper care of scars and striae

MUDr. Alena Stumpfová
Kožní oddělení, Masarykova nemocnice Ústí nad Labem

During the process of the healing of the wound,a scar is formed, which differs from the undamadged skin in morphology as well as in the function. Depending on the genetic disposition, age, pigmentation of the skin, localisation and characteristics of the wound the final scar can be smooth, barely visible, asymptomatic, and yet also problematic, such as scar hyperthrophic or keloid. Striae arise due to the lack of elastin and collagen fibres in dermis as a result of hormonal and physical factors. Both disorders are of the reason for the undesirable cosmetic changes, moreover the scars can be symptomatic. However, the early treatment determines the final appearance of the scar or striae.

Keywords: scars, striae, prevention, treatment

Published: December 1, 2015  Show citation

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