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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
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Kindly consult online for further examination and proper treatment
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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
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Certain specific medicine available.. for details do direct online consultation with photo
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Kindly consult online for proper treatment and guidance.
Dont use bio oil
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Dr. Sonia Tekchandani
Dermatologist
40 yrs exp
Mumbai
Kindly consult us online so that we can get your detailed history and prescribe you accordingly
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Dr. Palak Deshmukh
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14 yrs exp
Pune
Treatment for stretch marks can be started as early as 5 months. However kindly consult for better diagnosis and management.
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Dr. Hitesh Viradiya
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9 yrs exp
Surat
Specific cream available
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Dr. Dhavala Guna Sagarika
Dermatologist
8 yrs exp
Srikakulam
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
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Dr. Priyadarshini Kannan
Dermatologist
6 yrs exp
Chennai
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.
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Dr. Rahul Trivedi
Dermatology
1 yrs exp
Gulbarga
Not proven safe, not proven bad .. can apply in small amount
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Dr. Moin Ahmad Siddiqui
Dermatologist
6 yrs exp
Lucknow
Avoid during pregnancy
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Dr. Arpita
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15 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
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.
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