Laser vs carboxytherapy for red stretch marks
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This study compares two treatments—pulsed dye laser and carboxytherapy—for red stretch marks (striae rubra) that are the same on both sides of the body. It aims to find which treatment works better with fewer side effects.
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Who can take part
- You must be at least 18 years old.
- You should have stretch marks that are red (striae rubra) and appear in the same places on both sides of your body.
- You cannot be pregnant during the study.
- You should not have a tendency to form thick, raised scars (keloids) or problems with scarring.
- You cannot have an active skin infection or a herpes simplex outbreak.
- You should not be taking steroid medications or have conditions like Cushing syndrome, diabetes, heart, kidney, liver, or autoimmune diseases.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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