Dark purple, linear stretch marks (striae) are common on the belly of pregnant women.
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Stretch Marks of Pregnancy (Striae of Pregnancy)  Information for adults

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Dark purple, linear stretch marks (striae) are common on the belly of pregnant women.
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Overview
Striae gravidarum, stretch marks in pregnancy, occur in about 90% of all pregnant women. They are primarily due to the rapid rate at which the skin is being stretched, combined with the influence of hormones.
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Last Modified: 16 Jul 2009
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