Stretch marks??

[Jr_831]

Hello

When I was in high school I was fairly skinny but after graduating I started to gain weight rapidly.  My groin area started to grow bigger and caused stretch marks around my groin and scrotum.  Now I noticed that stretch marks on the left groin area near the scrotum began to itch a little so I checked it out.  I started to check down there and in order for me to check, I began to stretch out the area where the stretch marks are at and it felt as I was stretching out the area my stretch marks kind of ripped open.  After that these little ripped openings of the stretch marks stung a little.  I showered and stung a little bit more.  I noticed that the area where the stretch marks are at is a little red.  I want to know if stretch marks can open up if you stretch them out more.  Or can this be an indication of herpes?? I never had any blisters down there just little open sores after I stretched out the stretch marks.  

[Albertsmith]

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[Arti Sharma, M.D.]

Hi there,
We get stretch marks when the skin is pulled by rapid growth or stretching. Our skin is fairly elastic, when it is overstretched; the normal production of collagen is disrupted. Application of aloe vera may provide relief in itching and burning. Vitamin E oil can help to reduce the appearance of scars. Seek the opinion of a dermatologist for specific diagnosis and treatment. I hope it helps.
Best luck and regards!