Striae rubra: Demographic study

Abstract

Background: Striae rubra are prevalent dermatological problem. They are scars or atrophic depressed lines that develop in the dermis as a result of fast stretching over fragile connective tissue. Although striae rarely cause serious physical issues, it can give people suffering from it a great emotional anguish. Aim: The aim of this study is making demographic study for striae rubra. Patients and methods: The current study included a sample of 60 people with striae rubra, 56 females and 4 males who were between the ages of 18 and 40 years old. Results: Females had a greater impact compared to males. The participants were between the age range of 18-40 years with skin types III and IV. The most prevalent factors contributing to the development of striae were obesity and pregnancy. Conclusion: Striae rubrae are bothersome issue that mostly affects young females with dark skin tones. Obesity and pregnancy are the most common causes.