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Case Report
Physiological striae atrophicae of adolescence
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Ahmad S, Khan KL, Nisa MU. Physiological striae atrophicae of adolescence. J Case Rep Images Pediatr 2020;2:100006Z19SA2020.ABSTRACT
We report a 14-year-old adolescent boy, presenting with multiple horizontal linear striae on the back. There was no significant past medical illness and he was not taking any medications. Physiological striae atrophicae of adolescence are benign skin lesions. They commonly appear in adolescence due to a growth spurt. The common sites of presentation are the lower back and buttocks area. However, our case only had lesions on the back. The striae usually resolve with time and only need reassurance. Unfamiliarity of this condition can lead to suspicion of child abuse. The key is to readily recognize it and offer optimal reassurance. Topical treatment and laser therapy have been used to treat the lesions with varying degree of success.
Keywords: Adolescence, Physiological, Striae
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We thank and acknowledge Dr. Mansoor Hameed’s kind contribution toward publishing of this article.
Author ContributionsShahid Ahmad - Conception of the work, Design of the work, Acquisition of data, Analysis of data, Drafting the work, Final approval of the version to be published, Agree to be accountable for all aspects of the work in ensuring that questions related to the accuracy or integrity of any part of the work are appropriately investigated and resolved.
Khalid Latif Khan - Conception of the work, Design of the work, Acquisition of data, Drafting the work, Final approval of the version to be published, Agree to be accountable for all aspects of the work in ensuring that questions related to the accuracy or integrity of any part of the work are appropriately investigated and resolved.
Mehr Un Nisa - Analysis of data, Revising the work critically for important intellectual content, Final approval of the version to be published, Agree to be accountable for all aspects of the work in ensuring that questions related to the accuracy or integrity of any part of the work are appropriately investigated and resolved.
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