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2025-12-20 10:56:27
Is bio oil safe to use during pregnancy on stretch marks? Any other solution for stretch marks , I am 8 months pregnant and started getting stretch marks
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Kindly consult dermatologist for proper guidelines

Answered2025-12-27 06:46:08

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Treatment for stretch marks can be started as early as 5 months. However kindly consult for better diagnosis and management.

Answered2025-12-24 11:00:31

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It has retinoid you should not use it during pregnancy
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No retinoid based products should be use during pregnancy

Answered2025-12-22 06:12:11

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Certain specific medicine available.. for details do direct online consultation with photo

Answered2025-12-22 01:15:06

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Avoid during pregnancy

Answered2025-12-20 12:39:23

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.

Answered2025-12-20 11:10:24

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Kindly consult us online so that we can get your detailed history and prescribe you accordingly

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Kindly consult online for further examination and proper treatment

Answered2025-12-22 16:44:39

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Specific cream available
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Kindly do direct online consultations for detailed information

Answered2025-12-21 04:16:00

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Apply only moisturizer during pregnancy and treatment for strech marks should be taken post pregnancy.
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kindly book online consultation for proper management plan

Answered2025-12-21 03:24:19

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Kindly consult online for proper treatment and guidance. Dont use bio oil

Answered2025-12-20 17:21:33

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Hello. Stretch marks in pregnancy are very very common and almost women get them at some point. Regular moisturisation with creams and oils with help to an extent but you might still develop it. Usually reduces in intensity post pregnancy . There are better alternatives to bio oil.
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Use mild cleansers avoid harsh soaps that dry out skin.

Answered2025-12-20 17:13:24

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Not proven safe, not proven bad .. can apply in small amount

Answered2025-12-20 16:01:17

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