Severe Striae Distensae in the Setting of Pediatric Nephrotic Syndrome

Striae distensae, or stretch marks, are common dermal scars resulting from skin overstretching. This case series documents the occurrence of severe striae in three pediatric patients with nephrotic syndrome. This report details the clinical manifestations, including widespread and edematous striae, and explores potential etiological factors such as rapid skin stretching from edema and high-dose corticosteroid use underlying this association.