For other uses, see Stern (disambiguation). The stern is the back or aft-most part of a ship or boat, technically defined as the area built up over the sternpost, extending upwards from the counter rail to the taffrail. The stern lies opposite of the bow, the foremost part of a ship.
Residual skin discoloration in the groin may persist for weeks to months after more severe forms of jock itch clear. This darkish discoloration is called hyperpigmentation and may be treated with one or a combination of: Hydroquinone 4% cream. Kojic acid cream. Azelaic acid 15% cream.
Generally, a popped blood vessel will fade within 2 to 3 weeks. There is no long-term damage from a popped blood vessel, so your skin should return to its normal condition. See a dermatologist. If you have a popped blood vessel that won't go away, your dermatologist may perform sclerotherapy on it. This involves injecting the blood vessel with medication that causes it to shrink. After sclerotherapy, you should see a rapid improvement in the appearance of the popped blood vessel. Get laser therapy.