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Does Carboxytherapy work on stretch marks?

I've had stretch marks on my arms, forearms and shoulders ever since I was 12 years old. I gained a lot of weight as a pre-teen and teenager and have since lost most of it. I am now 23 and left with these horrible marks. I am an african american female so I am hesitant about using lasers. I've read that carboxytherapy is "the best development in stretch mark treatment in years." Does it really work? Will it work on old stretch marks?

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Asked by: Glamourontheroks385
brick,nj, usa

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September 10, 2008

Stretch mark treatments

Linda Kelley, MD
Linda Kelley, MD

Carboxytherapy works very well for stretch marks. I find that if mesotherapy with a cocktail for tightening the skin is administered before carboxytherapy, there is a better response. The treatment for stretch marks requires a few sessions. The more difficult stretch marks to treat are those that are deep and flaccid. I would recommend that you have a consultation with a doctor who performs mesotherapy for skin rejuvenation and/or carboxytherapy to find out about your best options.

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1/5/09

I have stretch marks on my legs and I can't ever wear skirts. I am too embarrassed to. Even though I have lost weight, they are still there. Does carboxytherapy actually work? How much is it? (I heard the price varies from state to state)

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