Striae distensae of augmented breasts after oral contraceptive therapy

A case of striae distensae (SD) of bilateral augmented breasts following or al contraceptive therapy is presented, Striae maturation and the prevention of additional skin marks was achieved with immediate cessation of oral con traceptive pill therapy and long-term daily topical application of tretinoi n cream. It is suggested that patients who are candidates for breast augmen tation surgery should be informed of the possible risk of developing SD if they are taking or planning to take the contraceptive pill.